Total Mobility transport providers and fares in Canterbury

Find approved Total Mobility transport providers, fare information, booking options and wheelchair accessible transport services across Greater Christchurch, Mid Canterbury and South Canterbury.

Transport providers set their own fares, service areas and booking conditions. This page provides fare summaries, booking details and accessibility information for approved providers participating in the Total Mobility scheme.

The Total Mobility scheme subsidises 75% of eligible travel costs, up to a maximum subsidy of $52.50 per trip. Additional charges, surcharges and conditions may apply depending on the provider and type of journey.

Wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available from all providers and should be requested when booking.

Fares may vary depending on:

  • travel distance
  • time of day
  • vehicle type
  • waiting time
  • airport fees
  • after-hours travel
  • wheelchair-accessible vehicle requirements.
Man in wheelchair boarding Metro bus

Total Mobility fares by transport provider

 
Taxi and transport operators in Greater Christchurch
 
Taxi and transport operators in Ashburton and Mid Canterbury
 
Taxi and transport operators in Timaru and South Canterbury
 
Taxi and transport operators in Waimate

Taxi and transport operators in Greater Christchurch

Approved Total Mobility transport providers operate throughout Greater Christchurch, including Christchurch City, Selwyn and Waimakariri.

Full fare schedules

Some providers may charge additional surcharges, airport fees, after-hours rates or other fees depending on the journey.

Download the full fare schedule for Greater Christchurch (PDF file, 475.79KB)

 

Blue Star Taxis

Blue Star Taxis serves Greater Christchurch and surrounding townships. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of the base fare, distance travelled and any applicable time-based charges.

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$3.50

+

Per kilometre

$3.90

+

Per minute

$1.40

Fixed airport fare: $49.00 to and from anywhere within the four avenues and Christchurch Airport (includes airport fee).

Christchurch Mobility Transfers

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated based on travel distance.

Booking fee

$0.00

+

Per kilometre

$5.50

Driving Miss Daisy

Driving Miss Daisy serves Greater Christchurch and surrounding townships including Amberley.

This is a pre-quoted service. Fares are based on zones to establish the fare. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 6am to midnight, 7 days a week
  • Pre-booked and pre-quoted service
  • Additional inter-town surcharges may apply
  • Waiting time charges apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of booking fees, travel zones and any applicable distance or time-based charges.

Booking fee

$5.00

+

Within originating zone

$19.00

+

Additional zone

$9.00

Per kilometre

$3.50

+

Per minute

$3.50

First Direct Taxis

First Direct Taxis serves Greater Christchurch and surrounding townships. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

  • Phone: (03) 377 5555
  • App: First Direct Taxis
  • Online: firstdirect.net.nz
  • Wheelchair accessible vehicles available on request
  • Hailed rides available from any taxi rank

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of the base fare, distance travelled and any applicable time-based charges.

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$3.50

+

Per kilometre

$3.50

+

Per minute

$1.50

Note: An airport fee of $6.00 applies per entry or exit from Christchurch Airport.

Freedom Companion Driving Services

This is a pre-quoted service. Fares are based on Google Maps to establish the likely duration of the trip. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday
  • Available 8am to 6pm weekends and public holidays
  • Other times available by appointment
  • Pre-quoted fare service
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of booking fees and time-based charges.

Regular vehicle

Booking fee

$3.00

+

Per minute

$3.00

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

Booking fee

$3.00

+

Per minute

$3.45

Gold Band Taxis

Gold Band Taxis serves Greater Christchurch and surrounding areas including Rakaia and north of the Rakaia River, Ashley and south of the Ashley River, and east of Darfield. They will accept bookings from as far as Ashburton providing the clients are travelling to Christchurch or the surrounding areas. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of the base fare, distance travelled and any applicable time-based charges.

Regular vehicle

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$3.50

+

Per kilometre

$3.65

+

Per minute

$0.60

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

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$5.00

+

Per kilometre

$5.15

+

Per minute

$0.60

Health Shuttle Companion Driving Service

This is a pre-quoted service. Fares are based on Google Maps to establish both the travel distance and likely duration of the trip. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 6am to midnight, 7 days a week
  • Pre-quoted fare service
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of booking fees and time-based charges.

Booking fee

$3.00

+

Per minute

$3.20

King Cabs

King Cabs serves Greater Christchurch and surrounding townships including Darfield and Leeston. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

King Cabs Limited is a trusted transport provider offering safe, reliable, and accessible travel services across the region. Drivers are trained to provide courteous assistance and support for eligible Total Mobility passengers.

How to book:

How to pay:

  • In app
  • On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 3am to 1am, 7 days a week
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of the base fare, distance travelled and any applicable time-based charges.

Regular vehicle

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$7.00

+

Per kilometre

$3.20

+

Per minute

$0.70

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

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$7.50

+

Per kilometre

$4.20

+

Per minute

$1.20

Metro Cabs

Metro Cabs serves Greater Christchurch and surrounding areas including Amberley, Darfield and Leeston. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

  • Phone: 0800 698 294
  • Online: metrocabs.co.nz
  • Hailed rides available from any taxi rank
  • Wheelchair accessible vehicles available on request

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Different fare rates apply depending on the time and day of travel
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • Additional rural and out-of-town surcharges may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of the base fare, distance travelled and any applicable time-based charges.

Standard daytime travel

6am – 8pm Monday to Friday

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$5.50

+

Per kilometre

$4.00

After-hours, weekends and public holidays

8pm – 6am Monday to Friday, weekends and public holidays

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$5.50

+

Per kilometre

$5.00

Group travel (6+ passengers)

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$5.50

+

Per kilometre

$7.00

Mr Singh Taxis

Mr Singh Taxis serves Greater Christchurch urban area only. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • An additional fee applies if a van is requested
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of the base fare, distance travelled and any applicable time-based charges.

Regular vehicle

Flag fall

$3.50

+

Per kilometre

$4.00

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

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$8.00

+

Per kilometre

$5.50

Christchurch Combined Shuttles

Christchurch Combined Shuttles serves Greater Christchurch and the wider Selwyn district.

This is a pre-quoted and pre-paid service. Fares are based on Google Maps to establish the shortest practical route regardless of the route actually taken. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

Prepaid online with a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Pre-booked and pre-paid service
  • Pre-quoted fare service
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using the shortest practical route and any applicable surcharges.

Operating hours: 6am – midnight, 7 days a week

Booking fee

$0.00

+

Per kilometre

$5.10

Total Care Mobility

This is a pre-quoted service. Fares are based on Google Maps to establish the travel distance. All vehicles are wheelchair accessible.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Pre-quoted fare service
  • No additional surcharges apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated based on travel distance.

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

Booking fee

$5.00

+

Per kilometre

$7.50

Taxi and transport operators in Ashburton and Mid Canterbury

Approved Total Mobility transport providers operate throughout Ashburton and Mid Canterbury, including surrounding rural communities.

Full fare schedules

Some providers may charge additional surcharges, airport fees, after-hours rates or other fees depending on the journey.

Download the full fare schedule for Ashburton and Mid Canterbury (PDF file, 386.27KB)

 

Ashburton Taxis

Ashburton Taxis serves Ashburton and wider Mid Canterbury. They offer a door-to-door service for appointments, social outings and everyday travel needs, including assistance with groceries and other support where needed. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

Bookings can be made in advance for a time that suits you, or by calling when you are ready to travel.

How to book:

  • Phone: (03) 308 2288
  • Hailed rides available from any taxi rank
  • Wheelchair accessible vehicles available on request

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 6am to 11pm Monday to Wednesday
  • Available 6am to 2am Thursday
  • Available continuously from 6am Friday to 11pm Sunday
  • Public holiday availability may vary
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of the base fare, distance travelled and any applicable time-based charges.

Regular vehicle

7am – 6pm Monday to Friday

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$5.00

+

Per kilometre

$4.20

Van

7am – 6pm Monday to Friday

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$12.00

+

Per kilometre

$5.50

Beckley’s Companion Driving Service

Beckley’s Companion Driving Service is a personalised, door-to-door transport solution serving Ashburton and the wider Ashburton district.

This is a pre-quoted service designed to support people who require more than conventional transport. Assistance is provided to help passengers get in and out of the vehicle and to escort them to and from appointments. A companion service is also available for tasks such as grocery shopping and other support needs. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

Fares are based on Google Maps to establish the travel distance.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week
  • After-hours travel available on demand
  • Pre-quoted fare service
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of fixed travel zones, distance travelled and any applicable after-hours charges.

Regular vehicle

8am – 8pm Monday to Friday

Up to 5km

$28

5km – 10km

$32

Beyond 10km

$11 + $6.60/km

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

8am – 8pm Monday to Friday

Up to 5km

$32

5km – 10km

$36

Beyond 10km

$11 + $6.60/km

Taxi and transport operators in Timaru and South Canterbury

Approved Total Mobility transport providers operate throughout Timaru and South Canterbury, including surrounding rural communities.

Full fare schedules

Some providers may charge additional surcharges, airport fees, after-hours rates or other fees depending on the journey.

Download the full fare schedule for Timaru and South Canterbury (PDF file, 466.31KB)

 

MyWay by Metro

MyWay is a corner-to-corner on demand transport service operating across the Timaru urban area, including Washdyke, Gleniti, Redruth and the Port.

Your pickup time and location will be provided when you book. The service operates a fleet of low-floor accessible electric buses equipped with ramps, along with accessible electric vans. Total Mobility customers can be picked up and dropped off closer to their origin and destination than other customers.

How to book:

How to pay:

  • In app with a credit card or debit card
  • On board with a MetroCard

About the service

  • Available 6am to 7pm Monday to Friday
  • Available 8am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday
  • No services operate on Christmas Day
  • Accessible low-floor buses and vans available

Fare summary

These fares are the full amount payable. No further discount applies to Total Mobility cardholders.

Adult fare

$3.00

Children (5–18 years)

$2.00

Community Services Card

$1.50

Children under 5

Free

SuperGold card holders travel free weekdays between 9am and 3pm, after 6.30pm, and all day on weekends and public holidays.

Driving Miss Daisy

Driving Miss Daisy serves Timaru and wider South Canterbury, including Geraldine and Temuka.

This is a pre-booked and pre-quoted service. Fares are based on zones to establish the fare. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 6am to 7pm Monday to Friday
  • Available 8am to 6pm weekends and public holidays
  • Pre-booked and pre-quoted service
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of booking fees, travel zones and any applicable distance or time-based charges.

Regular vehicle

Booking fee

$5.00

+

Within originating zone

$19.00

+

Additional zone

$9.00

Per kilometre

$3.50

+

Per minute

$3.50

Freedom Companion Driving Services

Freedom Companion Driving Services serves Timaru and wider South Canterbury, including Geraldine and Temuka.

This is a pre-booked and pre-quoted service. Fares are based on Google Maps to establish the likely duration of the trip. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday
  • Available 8am to 6pm weekends and public holidays
  • Other times available by appointment
  • Pre-booked and pre-quoted service
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of booking fees and time-based charges.

Regular vehicle

Booking fee

$3.00

Per minute

$3.00

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

Booking fee

$3.00

Per minute

$3.45

Geraldine Community Vehicle Service Trust

The Geraldine Community Vehicle Service Trust serves Geraldine and surrounding areas including Woodbury, Orari, Winchester and Peel Forest. Longer distance trips to surrounding towns and cities are also available.

This is a pre-quoted service. Fares are based on zones and start from $5.00 for travel within the Geraldine township. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

  • Phone: (03) 693 1007
  • Wheelchair accessible vehicles available on request

How to pay:

Prepay in the office

About the service

  • Available 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday
  • Pre-quoted fare service
  • Longer distance travel available on request
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using travel zones and destination distance.

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

Starting fare within Geraldine township

From $5.00

Health Shuttle Companion Driving Service

Health Shuttle is a pre-quoted service. Fares are based on Google Maps to establish both the travel distance and likely duration of the trip. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 6am to midnight, 7 days a week
  • Pre-quoted fare service
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of booking fees and time-based charges.

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

Booking fee

$3.00

Per minute

$3.20

Timaru Taxis

Timaru Taxis services Timaru and wider North, Mid and South Canterbury, including trips from the Timaru area to Christchurch.

Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request and must be booked in advance on weekends and public holidays.

How to book:

  • Phone: (03) 688 9968
  • App: Smart Hail
  • Hailed rides available from any taxi rank
  • Wheelchair accessible vehicles available on request

How to pay:

On board with cash, EFTPOS, a debit card or a credit card

About the service

  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Different fare rates apply depending on the time and day of travel
  • Waiting time charges apply
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using a combination of the base fare, distance travelled and any applicable time-based charges.

Standard daytime travel

6am – 6pm Monday to Friday

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$5.50

Per kilometre

$4.80

Evenings, weekends and public holidays

6pm – 6am Monday to Friday, weekends and public holidays

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$6.00

Per kilometre

$5.50

Van carrying 5 or more passengers

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$7.00

Per kilometre

$6.00

Taxi and transport operators in Waimate

Approved Total Mobility transport providers operate throughout Waimate and surrounding rural communities.

Full fare schedules

Some providers may charge additional surcharges, airport fees, after-hours rates or other fees depending on the journey.

Download the full fare schedule for Waimate (PDF file, 315.9KB)

 

Waimate Community Vehicle Service Trust

The Waimate Community Vehicle Service Trust primarily serves the Waimate District. Longer distance trips to appointments in Timaru, Oamaru or further afield are also available.

This is a pre-quoted service. Fares are based on zones and start from $10.00 for travel within the Waimate township. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

How to book:

  • Phone: (03) 689 6226
  • Wheelchair accessible vehicles available on request

How to pay:

Prepay in the office

About the service

  • Available 9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday
  • Pre-quoted fare service
  • Longer distance travel available on request
  • Additional surcharges and conditions may apply

Fare summary

Estimated fares are calculated using travel zones and destination distance.

Wheelchair accessible vehicle

Starting fare within Waimate township

From $10.00

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