Community Transport
Bus Services
We manage bus services between Hamilton and Cambridge as well as between Hamilton and Te Awamutu in conjunction with Waikato Regional Council and Hamilton City. Timetables, fares and bus stop information are available at the link below.
View regional bus service information.
Total Mobility Scheme
Total Mobility is a door to door national transport scheme involving disability support agencies, taxi companies and councils. The scheme is designed to increase the mobility of people with disabilities, to allow equitable access to the community.
The scheme provides financial assistance, giving registered users a 50 percent discount on taxi fares. The total discount can be up to $12.50 for Waipā residents, the user pays the other part of the fare to the taxi driver.
People who use the scheme must carry a valid Total Mobility photo ID card to get the discounted fare. To find out more visit the BUSIT website.
Community Transport Providers
TAA2B
Local transport service (Taxi like service) including private hire. Mini Vans/Buses available.
Phone: 392 8808.
Health Shuttle
This service is for transport of clients to Waikato and Te Kuiti Hospital outpatient clinics, and other medical specialist clinics in Hamilton. Their operating hours are Mon-Fri 8am – 5pm, and as this is a charitable organisation they are grateful for any donations client make to assist in the costs of running the service.
Phone 870 3258.
Te Awamutu Wheelchair Wagon
This service provides transport to people in wheelchairs, limited to the Te Awamutu area.
Phone: Joanie Self 07 870 6399 or 027 334 3893
To and Fro – Companion Driver Service
A personalised transport service to help those needing to retain their independence. Suitable for appointment, visiting friends, shopping, airport transfer, small pet vet visits etc. Easy access vehicle. Available Cambridge, Hamilton and Te Awamutu.
Phone for an obligation free quote 07 839 4222 or email toandfro.waikato@gmail.com.
Driving Miss Daisy – Cambridge/Te Awamutu
A companion driving service. They will collect you, drive you to and from your destination, and provide whatever assistance you need, such as helping with your shopping or luggage. Their scenic drive and outing service is very popular e.g. outings to the seaside, museum, or cinema. All drivers are safety checked. Bookings are essential. ACC approved provider.
Phone: 07 823 1998 or 021 503 800. Email: cambridge@drivingmissdaisy.co.nz
Red Cross
The Red Cross community transport service takes people from their homes to community appointments - for instance, to their doctor, hospital outpatient clinic, medical specialist or medical centre. All drivers are trained in first aid and provide assistance to and from the vehicle.
Cambridge - Phone: Jan Nesbit 07 823 7645 or 027 667 7076
