Getting around in Northland

The government announced several changes to public transport fares in the Budget on 18 May 2023.

At present, all public transport is half-price until 30 June 2023.

On 1 July 2023, fares will revert to full price.

If you are a Community Services Card holder you are eligible for half price fares from 1 July via the Community Connect concession.

What do I need to do?

Community Connect

Community Service Card (CSC) holders are eligible for half-price fares from 1 July 2023. You can pre-apply for the concession now.

BusLink
If you are a BusLink passenger, for more information go to: buslink.co.nz

CityLink
If you are a CityLink passenger, for more information go to: citylinkwhangarei.co.nz

Concessions for Young People and Children

The government also announced fare concessions for young people and children. This page will be updated as more information becomes available on these concessions. Please check back soon.

Remember, the concessions do not apply until 1 July 2023.

Timetable and fare information on any of our passenger transport services on the Buslink website.
Find out where to get information about fares, timetables, route information and Bee Card for CityLink buses.
Find the timetable for this service operating between Kaiwaka and Rose Street, Whangārei every Thursday.
Find the routes and timetables for this service connecting the Far North.
Find the timetable for this service operating between Hikurangi and Rose Street, Whangārei every Thursday.
Find routes and timetables for this passenger service operating between Omapere and Kaikohe.
A passenger service connecting the Hokianga and Mid North with the Bay of Islands.
Several companies provide regular bus and coach services around Northland.
Walking tracks in Northland and how we promote walking and cycling.
Contact details for Kaitaia, Kerikeri and Whangārei airports.
Links to information about facilities for your campervan in Northland.
Information on ferry services operating in Northland.
A list of our current contracted public passenger transport services.