Plan about 26 min for the trip from Ara Institute of Canterbury to Riccarton, on line 3, 140, 80, with no transfers, and about 5 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 3 towards Christchurch International Airport: board at Ara Institute, alight at Westfield Riccarton — 9 stops, 20 min ride.
- Line 140 towards The Hub Hornby: board at Moorhouse Ave near Washington Wy, alight at Westfield Riccarton — 11 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line 80 towards Lincoln University: board at St Asaph St near Fitzgerald Ave, alight at Westfield Riccarton — 10 stops, 18 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Ara Institute of Canterbury
The polytechnic campus on Madras Street, on the edge of the central city.
Riccarton
A busy western suburb along Riccarton Road, with Westfield Riccarton and Riccarton Bush.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Ara Institute of Canterbury to Riccarton?
A typical trip takes about 26 minutes, of which roughly 5 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Ara Institute of Canterbury to Riccarton?
There is a direct connection — line 3, 140, 80, no transfers.
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