Karanga-a-Hape Station

About the station

Station name

The name ‘Karanga-a-Hape’ is a grammatical correction of Karangahape. Named for the great calling of Hape, who was left behind by his people when he was denied passage across the ocean in his waka (canoe). 

After performing a karakia (prayer) he was gifted a kaitiaki (guardian) and a stingray. Together they crossed the water to arrive in Aotearoa ahead of the Tainui waka that left before them. The name Karanga-a-Hape celebrates Hape’s call to welcome his own relatives who had denied him passage.

Accessing the station

When the City Rail Link (CRL) opens in 2026, you'll be able to access Karanga-a-Hape Station from Beresford Square and Mercury Lane.

Station design

The three new CRL stations are designed around the creation story with Ranginui (the sky father) and Papatūānuku (the earth mother). The design of the Karanga-a-Hape Station also references their son, Tāne Mahuta - God of the Forest. Tāne Mahuta was the child who pushed his parents apart to end unending darkness (night), to bring forth light (day).

References to the kauri tree are reflected through the large pupurangi (also known as pupu) shells near the station's entrance. Pupurangi snails are known to live on the leaves of kauri trees.

Karanga-a-Hape Station area improvements

We’re making some improvements to the areas around the station entrances to make it safer and easier for people moving around and connecting between different modes of transport. For more about the improvements, visit Karanga-a-Hape Station precinct integration project.

Places of interest around Karanga-a-Hape Station

From Karanga-a-Hape Station you have easy access to Karangahape Road’s vibrant shopping, hospitality and entertainment. You can also continue your journey to:

• Ponsonby Road
• the inner west
• further west to Lincoln Road, Te Atatu and Westgate.

For more information on what's going on in the area, visit The Karangahape Road Business Association website (opens in a new tab).