Metrocard holders can travel on any bus route in Christchurch, Selwyn and Waimakariri for $2 thanks to new bus fares to be introduced next month.
The universal flat-fare trial also means cash payments for adults across the Metro region will be $4 per bus ride, and $2 for children, Environment Canterbury (ECan) announced.
The standard Metrocard fee for all bus fares will be $2. Exceptions will be $1 fares for Community Connect cardholders and tertiary student Metrocard holders.
The new Community Connect concession includes under-25s and community services cards, which can be [applied for now.](https://www.metroinfo.co.nz/metrocard/community-connect/) Under 25s need not apply. Total Mobility holders will still get a concession.
The flat-fare system replaces the three-zone fare structure which varied in pricing depending on area.
