Bus Interchange → Ilam: about 27 min, on line 3, 29, 5, with no transfers, plus about 3 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 Bus Interchange (Platform C), alight at Maidstone Rd — 19 stops, 24 min ride.
- Line 29 towards Christchurch International Airport: board at Bus Interchange (Platform C), alight at Memorial Ave near Hampton Pl — 15 stops, 13 min ride.
- Line 5 towards The Hub Hornby: board at St Asaph St near Colombo St, alight at Riccarton Rd near Harakeke St — 6 stops, 9 min ride.
- Line 130 towards Grahams Rd near Powell Cres: board at Riccarton Rd near Harakeke St, alight at Maidstone Rd near Farnham Pl — 16 stops, 11 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Bus Interchange
The central bus interchange on Lichfield Street, where almost every Metro route meets.
Ilam
The university suburb, home to the University of Canterbury and the Ilam Gardens.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Bus Interchange to Ilam?
A typical trip takes about 27 minutes, of which roughly 3 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Bus Interchange to Ilam?
There is a direct connection — line 3, 29, no transfers.
From Bus Interchange onward
