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Where can I buy a Smartride card and how much does it cost? Where can I buy a Smartride card and how much does it cost? Where can I buy a Smartride card and how much does it cost? For Tauranga Bayhopper and Schoolhopper services purchase the Smartride card from the bus driver, (cash only) or at the Tauranga iSite on the corner of Wharf St and Willow St. The minimum cost is $10 and the card will come ... https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/smartride-card/where-can-i-buy-a-smartride-card-and-how-much-does-it-cost/
Smartride Card - Baybus For Tauranga Bayhopper and Schoolhopper services purchase the Smartride card from the bus driver, (cash only) or at the Tauranga iSite on the corner of Wharf St and Willow St. The minimum cost is $10 and the card will come loaded with $10 credit ready to use. For the Rotorua Cityride service Smartride cards must be purchased from the bus driver, (cash only). https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/smartride-card/
Bee Card - Baybus When you tag on with your Bee Card the card reader will recognise that you are a SuperGold customer and continue to travel free from 9:00 am on weekdays and all day … https://www.baybus.co.nz/beecard/
Register my Smartride card - Baybus Register my Smartride card; Register my Smartride card. Enter your details below, and submit to register your Smartride card. We recommend making a note of your Smartride card number. The easiest way is to take a photo with your phone, of the number on the reverse of the card. https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/smartride-card/register-my-smartride-card/
How does the Bee card system work? – Baybus When you board the bus you will need to Tag On by holding your card against the card reader and then wait for the beep and green light before taking a seat.. When you … https://faqs.baybus.co.nz/hc/en-nz/articles/360002397535-How-does-the-Bee-card-system-work-
Fares - Baybus Fares; Fares . Note: Buses have no eftpos or credit card facilities. Please ensure you have cash or use a Smartride card. A Smartride card is a reusable prepay smartcard which can be used for travel, saving you the hassle of carrying cash. Smartride card users receive a discount on the regular cash fares. https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/fares/
Terms of use for Smartride cards - Rotorua Cityride - Baybus Lost or stolen cards. If a Smartride card is lost or stolen it is the responsibility of the cardholder to inform Reesby Rotorua Ltd for Cityride services. Lost or stolen cards for Cityride services must be notified to Reesby Rotorua Ltd as soon as possible. https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/smartride-card/terms-of-use-for-smartride-cards-rotorua-cityride/
Terms of use for Smartride cards - Tauranga and Rural ... Cards are issued by an authorised agent or drivers of the services providing a transport service where Smartride cards are accepted. When a new Smartride card is issued it must be loaded with a minimum value of $10 prior to use. The cardholder is responsible for the care of their Smartride card. Use of Smartride card https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/smartride-card/terms-of-use-for-smartride-cards-tauranga-and-rural-connector-routes/
What happens if I lose my Smartride card? - Baybus Home; FAQs; Smartride Card; What happens if I lose my Smartride card? What happens if I lose my Smartride card? The card is your responsibility. If it is registered then the card can be hotlisted (the card is cancelled so it can''t be used by anyone). If you can prove that you are the registered owner (with the original proof of purchase receipt given to you at time of purchase) then we can ... https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/smartride-card/what-happens-if-i-lose-my-smartride-card/
Tauranga Urban and School bus fares - Baybus NZ Supergold - Bay of Plenty Regional Council reviewed the SuperGold Card hours free travel period and extended them as a trial until 30 June 2020 on all Bayhopper and Cityride services. https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/fares/tauranga-urban-and-school-bus-fares/

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Smartride Gift Card

Smartride gift card or gift certificate links. Convenient way to manage balance on the fly in GCB mobile app

Gift Card Program

How do I find out the the balance on my Smartride card and top it up?

HomeFAQsSmartride CardHow do I find out the the balance on my Smartride card and top it up?Your card balance is on your bus ticket, above the date - next to the word "REMAINING".You can top your card on the bus, (cash only). Tell the bus driver the amount you want the card topped up with.For users of the Tauranga Bayhopper and Schoolhopper networks only, cards can also be topped up at the Tauranga iSite on the corner of Wharf and Willow Streets which has eftpos facilities.The minimum top up amount is $10The maximum amount you can have on your card is $99.Please remember that your Smartride card is your responsibility. The bus company, the bus driver or Bay of Plenty Regional Council are not liable if you lose your card.

https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/smartride-card/how-do-i-find-out-the-the-balance-on-my-smartride-card-and-top-it-up/

Gift Card Links

Gift card web page, terms & conditions for Smartride.

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Purchase Card Online
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Smartride Gift Card Balance

You can find out Smartride card balance by phone balance check, visit store counter/ help desk.

Gift Card Balance

Gift Card Balance Check Options

Your card balance is on your bus ticket, above the date - next to the word "REMAINING".

Phone: Look for a customer service number provided on the back of the gift card or on the issuer's website. Call the number and follow the automated prompts to check the balance. You may need to enter the gift card number and other required details during the call. 0800422928
In-store: Take the gift card to a physical store location of the retailer or restaurant that issued the gift card. Approach a store associate or cashier and request assistance in checking the balance. They can usually scan or manually input the gift card number to provide the current balance.
Mobile app: If the gift card issuer has a mobile app, download and install it on your smartphone or tablet. Sign in or create an account, and then add your gift card to the app. The app should display the available balance.
Receipt: If you made a recent purchase using the gift card, check the receipt. Some receipts display the remaining balance after each transaction.

Gift Card Balance Enquiry

Information for Smartride gift card balance inquiry to see remaining balance and transactions.

Phone Call

Call & check balance by
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Check Receipt

Check shopping receipt for balance

Store Counter

Visit store counter or help desk for balance

Online balance: follow the link to merchant's official balance check website. You will need to fill in card number and pin so as to retrieve card balance.
Phone call: call the merchant's support number and ask if you can check card balance. You might be able to get balance on the phone after providing card details.
Invoice/ Receipt: the remaining balance of the card is printed on the shopping invoice / receipt.
Store Counter: usually the card balance could be looked up at shop or store counter

Gift Card Balance Insights

What happens if I forget to tag off? – Baybus Updated. 7 months ago. If you forget to tag off, you will be charged the default fare. If this puts your Bee card balance below $0, you will be unable to tag on again … https://faqs.baybus.co.nz/hc/en-nz/articles/360002373316-What-happens-if-I-forget-to-tag-off-
How do I find out the the balance on my Smartride card and ... How do I find out the the balance on my Smartride card and top it up? How do I find out the the balance on my Smartride card and top it up? Your card balance is on your bus ticket, above the date - next to the word "REMAINING". You can top your card on the bus, (cash only). Tell the bus driver the amount you want the card topped up with. https://www.baybus.co.nz/faqs/smartride-card/how-do-i-find-out-the-the-balance-on-my-smartride-card-and-top-it-up/
Accessibility Bee Card Refund Form - Accessibility ... Refunds will only be provided to new Accessibility Concession holders who have a Bee card balance of $5 or over when the accessibility concession is applied. We will … https://faqs.baybus.co.nz/hc/en-nz/articles/4403207755023-Accessibility-Bee-Card-Refund-Form-Accessibility-Concession-Holders-ONLY

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