From 4 March 2024, bus routes and frequencies are changing in Palmerston North as we bring more direct and easy-to-understand bus routes to the city. On top of that, we are also introducing New Zealand’s first, fully electric bus network.

• Significant infrastructure improvements at bus stops, with more, new bus shelters and more accessible bus stops around the city, including better lighting at stops.
• 43 Brand new EV buses will be on the road, creating a comfortable and quiet ride to work, study, and leisure
• Increased frequency of buses, running every 15 minutes from 7:00am-9:00, and again from 3:00pm-6:00pm, Monday to Friday. Every 30 minutes outside of those hours and on weekends.
• Direct town to Palmerston North Airport bus line, 7 days a week.
• Increased frequency to Ashhurst, including services on Saturdays & Sundays.
• Earlier and later bus services, with the first bus starting at 6:30am, and the last departure at 9:00pm, 7 days a week.
• Real time departure boards soon to be installed at stops, providing live departure time updates for buses at that stop.

· Download the Transit App on your phone, and get live departures and helpful information for your trip.