The fastest way from Christchurch Airport to Fendalton takes about 12 min, on line 29, 3, 130, with no transfers; walking adds about 1 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 29 towards Bus Interchange (Platform C): board at Christchurch International Airport, alight at Fendalton Rd near Snowdon Rd — 15 stops, 11 min ride.
- Line 3 towards Sumner: board at Christchurch International Airport, alight at Maidstone Rd near Farnham Pl — 16 stops, 15 min ride.
- Line 130 towards The Hub Hornby: board at Maidstone Rd near Farnham Pl, alight at Kotare St near Roa Rd — 6 stops, 4 min ride.
- Line 8 towards Lyttelton Wharf: board at Christchurch International Airport, alight at Rossall St near Glandovey Rd — 21 stops, 15 min ride.
- Line 100 towards Halswell: board at Heaton St, alight at Idris Rd near Wroxton Tce — 2 stops, 3 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Christchurch Airport
The South Island's main airport, linked to the city by Metro buses.
Fendalton
A leafy suburb of large homes along the Waimairi Stream, west of Hagley Park.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Christchurch Airport to Fendalton?
A typical trip takes about 12 minutes, of which roughly 1 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Christchurch Airport to Fendalton?
There is a direct connection — line 29, no transfers.
From Christchurch Airport onward
