Backpacker buses are a popular transport option in New
Zealand. Travelling on a backpackers' bus is a lot of
fun and a great way to meet people. Backpacker buses
cater to independent travellers, so they offer a jump
on jump off service. So you can jump off the coach at
any destination en route, and then jump back when you
are ready. Most of the backpacker buses will drop you
off at hostels and also make detours to tourist attractions
that the conventional buses miss.
Some of the biger backpacker bus companies operate
extensive nationwide routes throughout the North and
South Island. There is also a number of smaller companies
that offer more limited, or regional networks. There
is a great range of packages and passes offered by the
different backpacker bus companies.
With Stray Backpacker Bus you can get on and off the bus wherever you want and stay as long as you want; then just jump on the next bus as it comes back through. Alternatively you can use our trips as a New Zealand tour – we fit in lots of activities along the way so if you’re short on time and can only fit in the minimum days of a trip you’ll still have the chance to experience local culture, unique activities and real action.