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Bendy-bus trial starts on city’s narrow hillside suburbs

Tuesday September 26, 2023 09:37

Wellington is welcoming its first bendy bus trial as Metlink explores the suitability of articulated buses to be welcomed into its fleet.

Greater Wellington Regional Council transport committee chairperson Thomas Nash said a Scania K series bus had been driven from Auckland on Monday. It would be used to help the council understand what changes might be n ... read more

Innovative electric bus to hit Coast roads

Thursday October 13, 2022 15:06

From left, John and Richard Bayes at the launch of the E-City bus last week.

An electric bus designed and built in Dairy Flat took its first passengers on a ride in Rotorua on October 10, following its official launch by ... read more

NZ-designed and made e-bus said to be 30% more efficient

Tuesday October 11, 2022 11:34

A New Zealand designed-and-built electric bus has been officially unveiled by Transport Minister Michael Wood, who took a short spin in it on Tuesday.

The Zemtec E-City electric bus can travel about 300km between charges, is said to be 30% more efficient than other e-buses on the NZ market, and was presented at the Bus and Coach Association Con ... read more
The Tiaki Promise
Thursday June 10, 2021 13:22

The Tiaki Promise is a new campaign from Tourism New Zealand to encourage visitors to New Zealand to help protect our special country for future generations.
Bayes 2020 Drive-by
Thursday May 28, 2020 13:22
Bayes 40th Anniversary Celebrations
Thursday August 22, 2019 08:55
Bayes Coachlines is proud to announce its 40th Anniversary! Forty years of serving our community and showcasing our beautiful country…

1979-2019: From humble beginnings of five buses and four school runs to a fleet of 85 vehicles today - including top-of-the-line Platinum touring coaches.

We will be celebrating this milestone at the end of September and would like to ext ... read more
Three More New Coaches
Wednesday August 21, 2019 12:08
We're excited about the arrival of three more new deluxe touring coaches.

These Scania K450 euro 6, 5 star touring coaches are super comfortable, safe, reliable and provide amazing views as you travel.

Featuring the latest in euro 6 emissions standards and safety equipment including advanced adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, active brake assist.

The ... read more
New Charter Vehicles in the Bayes Fleet
Wednesday May 15, 2019 14:57
We have proudly added 11 brand new buses to our school and charter fleet ranging in capacity from 38 to 90 seaters!

All of these new vehicles have the standard safety features expected today including ABS and EBS braking, stability control, air-conditioning and the latest in environmentally friendly emissions engines - euro 6.

This includes 5 brand new 67 seat aluminium bodied ... read more
New Platinum Coach 151
Tuesday September 11, 2018 13:46
Bayes Platinum coach 1 of 2 of our new deluxe Platinum touring vehicles is now on the road, coach 151 is a full-sized 13.5m coach with just 32 seats. This is the premium option for any discerning travel group.

With a 2 + 1 seat configuration, these seats are not only wider but are well spaced apart for amazing comfort.

These are the best of the best for those who want to truly ... read more
New Mid-Sized Coach 150
Tuesday September 11, 2018 13:34
Coach 150 has now joined the Bayes fleet and ready for touring New Zealand, this is a beautiful mid-sized coach - 32 fully seat belted leather seats, twin door entry, onboard fridge and toilet, charging station, drop down tv screens and cd radio PA entertainment systems, large panoramic windows with screen blinds and climate controlled AC.

This coach has great European running gear and ... read more
New Fleet for 2018
Tuesday May 8, 2018 11:08
As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest standards in our industry, we are excited to announce the future arrival of 13 brand new buses and coaches over the next few months, from June to September.

Amongst the new additions are 3 exceptional touring coaches.

The first coach is a 32 seat twin door 5-star vehicle. This beautiful medium ... read more
Qualmark Gold Award for 2018
Tuesday May 8, 2018 08:26
Once again the Bayes team are proud to have been awarded the Qualmark Gold after our latest review. This highly valued award was achieved for our tourism business under the Sustainable Tourism Business criteria.

'A Gold Award recognises the best sustainable t ... read more
New 5 Star Coaches Due 2017
Tuesday June 20, 2017 12:44
With the increased demand in tourism and visitor expectations of international grade transportation we have ordered 3 more brand new coaches for the coming 2017 season. All will be 5 star deluxe touring vehicles of varied capacity to suit a range of group requirements. A 53 seater, 49 seater and a 32 seater all built to exacting standard ... read more
New to the Bayes Premier fleet for this season are 3 more Deluxe 5 star touring coaches
Tuesday September 13, 2016 10:27
These amazing coaches in our new livery inside and out, and turning heads and getting rave reviews.

Built on the latest Scania K400 chassis with CoachDesigns premium body, these are the best on the roads.

The latest ... read more
New Coaching Fleet
Wednesday April 13, 2016 22:20
New Zealand is a stunning place, and there is no better way to see it than by touring in a coach. In the last 6 months we have had 2 more brand new 5 star coaches join our touring fleet. These are premium touring vehicles, designed and individually built to our specifications, for your comfort and safety.

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New Buses for the School Fleet
Wednesday April 13, 2016 22:18
There has been a number of new buses added to the fleet over the past year and as we have been so busy we haven't had time to get them all photographed.

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New Additions to the Fleet
Friday October 24, 2014 09:27
Buses 131 and 132 are on the road and going very well.

These 2 new super low floor 46 seaters with wheel chair access, have been on the road now for a couple of months and have carried loads of happy school children, along with numerous group charters.

The drivers are very impressed with their performance and are loving the great heating, and air-conditioning now it’s sta ... read more
Three New Additions to the Fleet
Tuesday November 12, 2013 14:35
This month we welcome three new vehicles to the fleet as part of our ongoing committment to providing a high quality, modern and reliable fleet for our passengers.

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Wedding Transportation
Friday July 12, 2013 13:53
Over the years we've provided the transportation for many weddings. We've got a great selection of vehicles to suit your budget and requirements. The staff who oversea our wedding charters really know what how to make it happen easily and efficiently.

And it's not only buses and coaches we can help you with. Here are the twin ‘60 Cadillac’s that we can pro ... read more
Fleet Updates
Friday July 12, 2013 12:49
As the business continues to grow, we are constantly upgrading and renewing the fleet, moving out the older buses and bringing in brand new ones purpose built for our customer’s needs.

The last 3 buses to join the fleet are - Numbers 125, 126 and 127

# 125 is a 46 seater superlow floor city bus, with wheel chair ramp access, comfortable charter seats an ... read more
Bayes Welcome the addition of another brand new 5 star coach to the fleet
Tuesday November 1, 2011 23:41

Fleet # 122 is a stunning new coach, at 420hp this Scania chassis and Irizar body is the top end of European build standards and quality.

With Euro 4 emissions, and all the built in safety features you would expect from your new car, it’s the ultimate in coach to ... read more
A 5 Star Welcome for Coach #124
Tuesday June 21, 2011 23:52

Brand new coach #124 has joined its sister coach #123 amongst our growing fleet in June 2011. Measuring 13.5m in length, this 49 seat Scania K400 euro 5, 5 star touring coach is a true 'master of the road'.

Cruising through New Zealand's pristine scenery has never b ... read more
5 Star Fleet Continues to Expand
Tuesday March 8, 2011 23:49

Coach # 123, another brand new 5 star joined our growing fleet in mid January 2011. Measuring 13.5m in length, this 49 seat Scania K400 touring coach is a true 'king of the road'. Boasting twin door entry, fully seat belted reclining seats, on board fridge, p ... read more
New Premises and State of the Art Service Centre Opens
Wednesday December 22, 2010 23:47

On Nov 1 our brand new administration complex and coach service centre was unveiled to help cope with the company's expansion. After several years in the planning, staff and management are thrilled with the result. We're proud of our company and the new premises is i ... read more
Bayes in the Press
Wednesday August 12, 2009 23:39
Extract from The Rodney Times Newspaper, 28/07/2009.

BUSINESS MILESTONE: Bayes Coachlines in Dairy Flat celebrated 30 years in business by taking their staff and partners to Paihia for the weekend.

One of Rodney’s largest local employ ... read more
New bendy bus is as long as they get
Tuesday March 3, 2009 23:36
Extract from The North Harbour News, 03/03/2009.

Orewa College students from Army Bay and Manly have a new articulated bus.

Their driver, Andi Jackson, has been selected to trial Bayes Coachline's 100th bus. A driver with more than 25 years experience, 17 of them with Bayes Coachlines, Andi has been doing the Army Bay run for about 14 years.

Andi is also a volunteer fir ... read more