Mass Rapid Transit

Creating a new mass transit route connecting the Railway Station with Newtown and the eastern suburbs.

Let's Get Wellington Moving

At its heart, the programme seeks to deliver a multi-modal transport system that moves more people, goods and services reliably, with fewer vehicles. Mass transit will be a core element of our programme.

We will investigate and design a mass transit system to connect the railway station with the Hospital, Newtown, Miramar and the Airport.

Mass transit will improve travel choice through the city with attractive public transport on a second spine along the waterfront quays. Mass transit will help shape a more compact and sustainable city and region.

Mass transit will be part of the wider public transport network, with:

High frequency services (every 10 minutes or less)
Modern, high capacity electric vehicles with superior ride quality
Fast loading and unloading
Dedicated lanes with signal priority
High quality stations with level boarding