Metro Bus Services Timetable Update from Environment Canterbury

School bus routes have been updated for 2025! 

Please note the following routes have changed.  

See metro.co.nz/schoolbus for the updated schedule. Route maps are currently being updated and will be uploaded soon. 

 School Route 671 from Burnham 

• This bus now starts at the Burnham Shopping Centre on Freyberg Road in the morning.   

School Route 761 from Lincoln  

• This service now leaves Lincoln at 7:45am and arrives at school at 8:25am for an 8:40am school start.  

You can also check out Metro Journey Planner for alternative urban route options. 

We know that some students are new to taking the bus to school, so check out the need-to-know section on Metro’s website at metro.co.nz/catchthebus  

You can also email metro@ecan.govt.nz or call 03 366 8855 where the Metro customer service team are happy to assist with planning your journey to school.  

Environment Canterbury