How to use the bus
By Otago Regional Council | Posted: Monday January 20, 2025
Do you plan to catch the bus to school this year?
Bus fares are free for children aged from 5 to 12 with a registered Bee Card, and $1.20 for 13 to 18 year olds, for a single trip. You will need to top up your Bee Card.
If you haven’t caught a bus before, check out information at www.orc.govt.nz/bus101. It’s a good idea to look at the bus timetables in advance and plan your route.
For up to the minute alerts on bus disruptions on specific routes on your mobile, download the Transit app or go to: www.orc.govt.nz/public-transport/notifications-and-alerts.
Paying for your bus fare
You can only use a Bee Card or cash to pay for your bus fare.
Bank and credit cards cannot be used on buses to pay for a bus fare.
Note that Bee Cards can be purchased for $5 with a minimum $5 top up, either at www.beecard.co.nz or at a Bee Card retailer.
Bus fares | ||
|---|---|---|
Infant (under 5 years) | Free | A Bee Card is not needed |
Child (5-12 years) | Free when you tag on with your registered Bee Card | |
Registered Bee Card fare per single trip | Cash fare per single trip | |
Youth (13-18 years) | $1.20 | $3.00 |
Adults (18 years +) | $2.00 | $3.00 |
Community Connect | $1.00 | $3.00 |
SuperGold (65+) | Peak $2.00 Off peak - free with SuperGold concession loaded onto a registered Bee Card | $3.00 |
