The airport service, run by Transdev Mana Newlands, made 364,191 trips in its first full year of operation to 20 July 2023 – 128% above expected demand.
Patronage has been particularly strong during the peak travel period of school holidays (December – February) – averaging more than 35,000 each month the last two years in a row.
Transdev’s Mana Newlands Chief Executive Craig Chin said he was pleased the service was on track for another record year.
“The patronage really shows that people have embraced the new, all-electric, sustainable service and find value in it,” Mr Chin said.
“Our local team is friendly and focused on serving customers and getting them to and from the airport as safely and easily as possible.
“Transdev looks forward to continuing to work with Greater Wellington Regional Council for providing sustainable, accessible and convenient public transport.”
More information on Airport Express can be found on the Metlink website.