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Select the railway line you are travelling on above on the menu.Johnsonville line
The route meanders through bush-clad valleys and steep-sided hills north of Wellington, offering sweeping views of the city, harbour, and Hutt Valley during its 21-minute journey through a series of tunnels. Opened in 1885 and electrified on 13 July 1938, the line remains an important part of the communities it serves, with nearby parks, native bush walks, and scenic viewpoints to explore along the way.
Melling line
The Melling Line branches off the Upper Hutt Line north of Petone and follows the western side of the Hutt River before reaching Melling. Stations include Western Hutt and Melling, with the latter just a short walk across the Hutt River bridge from the popular Lower Hutt shopping centre.
Kapti Line
Kapti, 49 km north of Wellington on the Kāpiti Coast, is known for its long beaches, warm sunshine, relaxed lifestyle, and attractions such as Coastlands Shopping Centre, Paraparaumu Beach, and views of Kāpiti Island, now a protected bird sanctuary once home to chief Te Rauparaha. A train trip on the line offers scenic coastal and bush-clad views in about 55 minutes, with easy access to nearby highlights like Lindale Farm and the Southward Car Museum.
Hutt Valley Line
The Hutt Valley Line runs from Wellington along the harbour and through the Hutt Valley to Upper Hutt, passing attractions such as Petone’s foreshore, Queensgate shopping centre near Waterloo, and Trentham Racecourse. Trains operate seven days a week (usually every 30 minutes, more often at peak times), and passengers can use zone-based Metlink fares or day passes for unlimited travel on trains and buses.
Wairarapa Line
The Wairarapa Line (WRL) connects Wellington with the Wairarapa and is widely used by commuters travelling to and from the city each day. It also carries visitors heading to Wairarapa events and attractions such as vineyards, food and wine festivals, and horse racing.