Paihia Shuttle - Eastbound ride – 8.30am Pick-Up & Return (Min. 2)

Paihia Shuttle - Eastbound ride

Our scheduled shuttle departs from the Paihia Maritime Building at 8.30am and takes you—and your own bike, if required—to our Kaikohe base. From there, you can ride either coast.

Riding east: We’ll collect you from Kawakawa or Ōpua and return you to Paihia (See details below re train). The shuttle-only fare is $75 per adult.

A minimum of two passengers applies. Prices apply to scheduled shuttle departures only - if you want a different time contact or office.  Advance booking is essential.

Need a BIKE as well? 1-day or 2 day rides with bike hire and return shuttles 

Cycle–Train Connection

When the train is operating, cycle approximately 3km beyond Kawakawa to Taumārere Station. You’ll load your bike onto the train and enjoy a scenic journey alongside the Waikare Estuary to Whangae Station. From there, ride the final 4km to Ōpua.

The train connection must be booked separately. Check the current timetable and select a connection that allows you to meet the Top Trail shuttle from Ōpua.

Check the timetable and book the Cycle–Train Connection

Train spaces are limited and cannot be guaranteed without advance booking. If you need assistance with your train reservation, please contact the Bay of Islands Vintage Railway directly.

Return Shuttle

Meet the Top Trail shuttle at:

East - 4.15pm – Ōpua Marina Carpark

26 Baffin Street, Ōpua Marina

You’ll arrive back at the Paihia Maritime Building at approximately 4.30pm.

If the train is not operating, your scheduled pick-up will be at 3.00pm from the Te Hononga Centre carpark in Kawakawa. If the train is delayed, our shuttle team will monitor this and wait where practicable.