Bus Pass for Cheap and Flexible Travel across New Zealand
Experience the best sightseeing in New Zealand with a bus pass from STA Travel.
A bus pass is cheap, flexible and you'll have a ton of fun along the way!
We've listed just a sample of the many passes you can buy for getting around New Zealand.
Take a look at your bus pass options below then call 800.781.4040, visit your local STA store or Chat Live and our student travel experts will help you choose a pass and complete your purchase.
See and experience the can't-miss places, from major cities to small towns in New Zealand, with a bus pass!
Hop-on/Hop-off flexible travel for up to 12 months (Express passes are valid for a shorter period and cannot be extended)
Dedicated traveler's network
Passionate, fun and knowledgeable guides
Unique included activities and accommodation stopovers
On-board accommodation booking service
Pick ups and drop offs en route
Onboard activity booking service
Easy online booking system and itinerary manager
Hop-On/Hop-Off Flexible Bus Touring is the best way to get around New Zealand. You'll travel with international travelers just like you! Choose an East Coast, National or Regional Pass full of unique inclusions and activities. You'll have heaps to brag to your friends about. You can choose when you travel and for how long. Traveling with their guides is like traveling with a local and they will show you the way with passion and local knowledge, sharing secret destinations and must see hot spots in New Zealand.
All passes include the following:
| Back Paddock Start: Christchurch Finish: Christchurch Minimum travel time: 8 days Standard: $397 |
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| Dog Leg Start: Christchurch Finish: Auckland Minimum travel time: 13 days Standard: $645 Conc. Discount: $612 |
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| Funky Chicken Start: Anywhere Finish: Where you started Minimum travel time: 20 days Standard: $824 Conc. Discount: $782 |
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| Northern Round Up Start: Auckland or Wellington Finish: Where you started Minimum travel time: 9 days Standard: $397 |
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| Zephyr Start: Auckland Finish: Christchurch Minimum travel time: 18 days Standard: $701 Conc. Discount: $666 |
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