Conference Venue Guide — Wellington
Rutherford House (daytime) · Tākina Convention and Exhibition Centre (dinner)
Conference Venue: Rutherford House
Victoria University of Wellington · Pipitea Campus
1. Location
Rutherford House is located in Victoria University of Wellington, Pipitea Campus in the heart of Wellington's CBD.
Address: 33 Bunny Street, Pipitea, Wellington 6011
2. Photos of Rutherford House
3. Map
Use your preferred map app for directions to “Rutherford House, 33 Bunny Street”.
4. Public Transport
Pipitea Campus is based at Wellington's commuter transport hub. There is easy access for train and bus users to our facilities.
| Option | How | Approx. Time | Approx. Cost (NZD) | Useful Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Express (AX) bus + walk | AX from Wellington Airport → Wellington Railway Station, then walk to Rutherford House | 25–35 min bus + 3–5 min walk | Adult Snapper ≈ $8.76; Contactless/Cash ≈ $11.00 | About AX | AX timetable | Transit directions |
| Taxi | Airport taxi rank → Rutherford House | 15–25 min (traffic dependent) | ~$40–$60 | Airport taxis & shuttles | Driving directions |
| Shuttle (shared) | Book at airport shuttle desk or online | 20–40 min (route & stops vary) | Varies by provider | Airport shuttles info |
| Rideshare | App pickup from airport → Rutherford House | 15–25 min | Varies with demand | Driving directions |
Step-by-step: Airport Express (AX) bus
- From Arrivals, follow signs to the Airport Express (AX) bus stop.
- Pay with Snapper card (cheapest) or contactless/cash on board.
- Ride to Wellington Railway Station (AX terminus).
- Walk to Rutherford House (about one short block on Bunny Street).
Walking from Wellington Railway Station
Exit the station toward Bunny Street. Rutherford House is on Bunny Street at the Pipitea Campus (opposite the station area).
Helpful details
- AX buses run 7 days, typically every 10–20 minutes depending on time of day.
- Buses have luggage racks, USB charging and Wi-Fi.
- Rutherford House is part of Victoria University of Wellington’s Pipitea Campus.
Link to Pipitea campus: https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/about/campuses-facilities/campuses/pipitea
Conference Dinner Venue: Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
1. Venue Information
Address: 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
Website: https://www.takina.co.nz/
2. Getting There
For transportation information, please see: https://www.takina.co.nz/visit/getting-here