Public transport
In both Tauranga and Hamilton, several bus routes come to or near the University campus.
Hamilton
There are currently 5 bus routes that come to or near our Hamilton campus:
- Route 13 (University) - stops outside campus shops
- Route 17 (Hamilton Gardens Uni) - stops outside campus shops
- The Orbiter - stops Knighton Rd
- The Meteor - has stops on Hillcrest and Knighton Road bordering the University
- Route 20 (Cambridge) - stops outside the Warehouse, Hillcrest
Visit the BUSIT website for information on all Hamilton bus routes and timetables
Tauranga
Most bus stops in Tauranga transit through the main bus stop on Willow Street, a short walk from campus. Below is a list of buses that stop here:
- CityLink (CL) - also stops outside campus
- Hospital Link (HL)
- Route 1 (Pyes Pa)
- Route 30x (Golden Sands Express)
- Route 36 (Papamoa via Maungatapu)
- Route 40 (Welcome Bay)
- Route 41 (Maungatapu)
- Route 52x (The Lakes Express)
- Route 55 (Ohauiti)
- Route 59 (Greerton)
- Route 60 (Cambridge Heights)
- Route 62 (Bethlehem)
- Route 70 (Matua via Ngatai Rd)
- Route 71 (Matua via Brookfield)
- Route 72a & 72b (Otumoetai morning & afternoon)
Visit the Baybus website for information on all Tauranga bus routes and timetables.
Bee card
Bee cards are the new way to travel on buses in both Hamilton and Tauranga. Use the card to tag on and off the bus. You will automatically be charged the lowest fare based on your travel.
How to get a Bee card
Bee cards cost $5 and there are two ways to get one:
- Online: You can order your Bee card online by creating an account and entering your details.
- In person: You can get your Bee card in person from the driver, local customer service point or selected retail outlets. More details are available for:
Visit the Bee card website for more information.
Student discount
To receive a student discount, your Bee Card must be registered with the University.