[Vicked]

We're looking at some temp accommodation in Kohimarama for a few weeks when we first come over.

What's the drive like from there to Ponsonby? What about public transport?During peak hour.

I take it the area is quite nice.

[kanatakiwi]

Kohi is a lovely area. Beaches to choose from, good schools, some great cafes and shops in the nearby communities of Mission Bay and St. Heliers. Also a New World close at hand, and a pak n spend not too far away in Glen Innes.

As to getting to Ponsonby, I commute from the Kohi/Orakei area to Kingsland which is not that far from Ponsonby. Its not that bad a commute by car, and I have on occassion taken the train or bus from Kingsland into the city and then got a bus from the Britomart station to the Orakei/Kohi area. Lots of bus options. The train doesnt really go to Ponsonby. The drive is probably about 20 minutes.

[Spudgun]

It's about the worst traffic you will see in Auckland but it's still only a 20 Min drive! Bus can be quicker as it has a dedicated lane along the sea front.

As mentioned above, Mission bay, Kohi and St Heliers are great places to live and an easy commute.