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.

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