Motorists may experience significant delays after a three-car crash in Papakura.

Police were called to the incident at 7.10am this morning down from the intersection of Popes and Porchester Roads.

Three people have suffered moderate to minor injuries and have been taken to Middlemore Hospital. None are believed to be life threatening.

A Police spokesperson said the crash may cause "traffic chaos".

"We are working to put a diversion in place but motorists are warned that it will take some time to clear the road and to expect delays."