Transport and Getting Around
Transport and Getting Around – Services Directory
(Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood, Waikuku & North Canterbury)
Public Transport (Buses)
Metro Christchurch – Waimakariri Bus Services
Coverage: Pegasus, Woodend, Waikuku, Kaiapoi, Rangiora, Christchurch
Routes used by Pegasus residents:
95 Pegasus – Woodend – Kaiapoi – Christchurch (and Waikuku)
97 Pegasus – Rangiora
92 / 91 Kaiapoi or Rangiora – Christchurch (park & ride)
Website & timetables:
https://www.metroinfo.co.nz/timetables/waimakariri-bus-services/
North Canterbury Community Vehicle Trust
Type: Community and charitable transport
Best for: Aged or disabled residents, wheelchair hoist vehicles
Coverage: Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Oxford (used by Pegasus residents)
Phone: 021 1085 900
Email: cdfairbrother@gmail.com
Details:
https://communityvehicletrustorgnz.azurewebsites.net/vehicle-trusts-across-canterbury/north-canterbury/
Kaiapoi Community Support – Volunteer Drivers
Type: Community transport service
Best for: Medical appointments and essential trips
Coverage: Pegasus, Kaiapoi, Woodend
Phone: 03 327 8945
Notes: Weekday service, pre‑booking required
Presbyterian Support – Volunteer Drivers (Rangiora)
Type: Volunteer transport service
Best for: Older adults and people with disabilities
Coverage: Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Pegasus (via coordination)
Booking via regional volunteer coordinator
Private Taxi and Shuttle Services
KiwiRides – North Canterbury Taxi & Ride Service
Type: Private taxi and medical transport
Coverage: Pegasus, Woodend, Kaiapoi, Rangiora, Canterbury‑wide
Best for: Airport transport, medical trips, everyday travel
Website:
https://www.kiwirides.co.nz/
7‑day service
Pre‑booking encouraged [downtownwoodys.com]
Driving Miss Daisy – North Canterbury Coast
Type: Private assisted and companion transport
Best for: Medical appointments, shopping, airport trips, social outings, wheelchair transport
Coverage: Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood, Kaiapoi, Rangiora
Phone: 03 312 2936
Mobile: 021 224 5606
Email: northcanterbury@drivingmissdaisy.co.nz
Website:
https://drivingmissdaisy.co.nz/franchise/north-canterbury/
Notes:
ACC approved
Accepts Total Mobility cards
Wheelchair‑accessible vehicles available
Pre‑booking essential
Walking and Cycling
Pegasus Lake and Local Pathways
Flat, shared‑use paths
Walking, cycling, scooters and pushchairs
Loop track around Pegasus Lake
Tūhaitara Coastal Park
Coverage: Waimakariri River to Waikuku Beach
Activities: Walking, cycling, nature trails
Website:
https://www.tuhaitarapark.org.nz
Cycling & Walking
Website:
https://visitwaimakariri.co.nz/where-to-get-a-cycling-map-from/
School Transport
Ministry of Education – School Transport
Eligibility and services vary by school
Website:
https://www.education.govt.nz/school/school-transports
Always confirm directly with the school.
Total Mobility Scheme
Total Mobility Transport Subsidy
Best for: Eligible residents with mobility needs
Applies to: Selected taxis and assisted transport services
Scheme information:
https://www.govt.nz/browse/transport/coping-without-a-car-over-65/
Council Transport Information
Waimakariri District Council – Roads and Transport
Roadworks, footpaths, park & ride, cycling
Website:
https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/roads-and-transport
Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com
