Future of bus services in the Hutt Valley – Have your say!
Metlink are reviewing bus services across the Hutt Valley to make sure the network continues to work well for you now and in the future.
As part of this, they’re looking at how to balance accessibility and affordability while providing a network that meets the community’s needs. Some services may change, some may reduce, and some new connections are being considered. Before any decisions are made, we want to hear what matters most to you.
The details of the proposed changes will also be explained as part of the feedback survey.
The Future of Bus Services in the Hutt Valley – proposal August 2026 (pdf)
The Future of School Bus Services in the Hutt Valley – proposal August 2026 (pdf)
The survey is the best way to share your views and help shape the future of bus services in the Hutt Valley.
Provide your feedback online between 17 August and 6 September 2026:
Submit Feedback – Future of bus services in the Hutt Valley survey(external link)
Drop-in session – Eastbourne Library Thursday 3 September 10-11. Note: we will be arranging a second drop in session on a weekend, ideally before this session.
About the review
- They’re considering a range of options
- No decisions have been made. they’re seeking feedback on a range of proposed changes before recommendations are developed for Council.
- They need to understand community priorities
- They’re interested in what matters most to communities when balancing affordability, frequency, coverage, connections and access to services.
- The proposal includes both improvements and reductions
- The options include a mix of proposed service changes, service reductions and new connections designed to better meet current and future travel needs.
- Your feedback will help shape recommendations
- Community feedback, alongside customer research and operational analysis, will help inform the recommendations presented to Council.