Phoenix Fans – Catch a Ride with Metlink on Game Day
Press Release – Greater Wellington Te Pane Matua Taiao
Metlink will provide extra transport options for fans attending the Wellington Phoenix double-header at Sky Stadium on Saturday, 8 November. Additional train capacity and larger buses will help manage the crowd traveling to the event.
Event Schedule
- Phoenix Women vs. Canberra United – 4:00 PM
- Phoenix Men vs. Auckland FC – 7:00 PM
Transport Information
All train lines will run according to the standard Saturday timetable. Extra services will operate on the Hutt Valley and Johnsonville lines after the matches, while the Kapiti line will not have additional services.
Key bus routes will feature expanded capacity, and the East-by-West ferry will maintain standard operating hours.
“Metlink recommends using Snapper to tag on and off. It’s the most affordable way to pay.”
Travel Advice
Fans should plan ahead, travel early on game day, and check the latest scheduling updates through the Metlink app, website, or by calling 0800 801 700.
Source: scoop.co.nz
Author’s Summary
Metlink boosts train and bus services to handle large crowds heading to the Wellington Phoenix double-header, encouraging fans to travel early and pay with Snapper.