Covid-19 Update

Public Transport under COVID-19 Protection Framework.

The Bay of Plenty Region is operating under Orange guidelines, from 11.59pm Wednesday 13th April 2022.

Tauranga bus services are operating on a reduced bus timetable. More detailed information can be found here.

Rotorua Cityride bus services are operating on a normal timetables but we are currently experiencing an increase in staff shortages and service cancellations due to COVID-19. We encourage passengers to check Baybus website or call 0800 BAYBUS before they travel.

Eastern Bay bus services continue to operate as normal, but short notice cancellations are still possible with Omicron in the community. More information can be found here.

Our bus services will continue running under the COVID-19 Protection Framework.
Public transport is an essential service that everyone is welcome to use. You are not required to be vaccinated to use these services however please ensure good hygiene and be kind.
We encourage you to use your Bee Card for contactless payment and for topping up online. You can pay with cash if required.
You are required to wear a face mask on public transport if you are aged 12 years or over. This also applies to dedicated school buses, bus stops and all interchange areas.
Do not travel if you have cold, flu, COVID-19 symptoms, are awaiting a test or if you need to self-isolate.

For more information please click here.

Tauranga's central bus interchange has moved to Durham Street

Tauranga City bus interchange has relocated to Durham Street from 13th June 2022.

Tauranga bus timetables changed on 21 February following COVID-19 concerns

Tauranga bus users are being asked to check before they travel, as the Bayhopper network is now operating on a revised COVID-19 bus timetable.

Half Price Bus Fares

Enjoy half price fares for all Bayhopper and Cityride buses, and Total Mobility services from 1st April until 31st August 2022