Thank you for having your say on Rolleston bus options!
What happens now?
The trial of the additional express options for Rolleston commuters travelling into the city is set to continue as it transitions to being solely provided by Metro.
In collaboration with Bentley Coachlines, Routes 84 & 85 Rolleston/City Direct launched in September 2025, offering more services for the Rolleston community with improved frequency.
From 10 August 2026, Metro will take over delivery of the trial service, providing a consistent Metro experience for customers.
As a result of this, the following service elements will change:
The timetable will undergo some minor timing changes
Following customer feedback, later trips will be included in the new timetable, allowing for greater transport provision for shift workers
The new timetable will be optimised to align better with the capacity required, resulting in a reduction of two trips
Aligning with Metro allows customers to use Metro’s bike racks, pets on public transport availability and free transfers
Customers will board and disembark the service from within the interchange building, rather than outside it
Audio announcements will be available for trips arriving/departing the interchange, allowing for better accessibility
What can we expect in the future with the trial service?
The trial is set to continue until June 2027. Council will consider the future of the service through its upcoming Long-Term Plan process.
The timetable is subject to be altered again in future as required. Changes to route configuration will be considered, following feedback from customers.
Share your experience
Have feedback about Routes 84/85? You can get in touch with the Metro team on 03 366 88 55 or email them on metro@ecan.govt.nz.
Thank you for having your say on Rolleston bus options!
What happens now?
The trial of the additional express options for Rolleston commuters travelling into the city is set to continue as it transitions to being solely provided by Metro.
In collaboration with Bentley Coachlines, Routes 84 & 85 Rolleston/City Direct launched in September 2025, offering more services for the Rolleston community with improved frequency.
From 10 August 2026, Metro will take over delivery of the trial service, providing a consistent Metro experience for customers.
As a result of this, the following service elements will change:
The timetable will undergo some minor timing changes
Following customer feedback, later trips will be included in the new timetable, allowing for greater transport provision for shift workers
The new timetable will be optimised to align better with the capacity required, resulting in a reduction of two trips
Aligning with Metro allows customers to use Metro’s bike racks, pets on public transport availability and free transfers
Customers will board and disembark the service from within the interchange building, rather than outside it
Audio announcements will be available for trips arriving/departing the interchange, allowing for better accessibility
What can we expect in the future with the trial service?
The trial is set to continue until June 2027. Council will consider the future of the service through its upcoming Long-Term Plan process.
The timetable is subject to be altered again in future as required. Changes to route configuration will be considered, following feedback from customers.
Share your experience
Have feedback about Routes 84/85? You can get in touch with the Metro team on 03 366 88 55 or email them on metro@ecan.govt.nz.
*This survey is now closed. Thanks to all those who provided feedback.
We want your feedback on Route 84/85 Rolleston-City direct. Metro and Bentley Coachlines have been working together to bring you more trips, more seats and better connections across Rolleston. Fill out this short 10-minute survey to tell us about your experience.
Your feedback is anonymous. Results will be shared with the Metro operator and Bentley to evaluate the trial and identify service improvements.
Page last updated: 27 Jul 2026, 10:40 AM
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