Getting from Christchurch Hospital to Papanui takes about 34 min by public transport, on line 8, 80, 1, with no transfers, with about 20 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 8 towards Christchurch International Airport: board at Hereford St near Montreal St, alight at Wairakei Rd near Aorangi Rd — 14 stops, 14 min ride.
- Line 80 towards Queenspark Dr near Inwoods Rd: board at Christchurch Hospital Main Stop EB, alight at Bus Interchange (Platform A) — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
- Line 1 towards Rangiora (Ashley St): board at Bus Interchange (Platform D), alight at Main North near Loftus St — 19 stops, 19 min ride.
- Line 5 towards New Brighton (Oram Ave): board at Christchurch Hospital Main Stop EB, alight at Bus Interchange (Platform A) — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
- Line 27 towards Northwood: board at Bus Interchange (Platform D), alight at Main Nth Rd near Loftus St — 20 stops, 24 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Christchurch Hospital
The region's main public hospital, beside Hagley Park on Riccarton Avenue.
Papanui
A northern centre around Northlands mall, with a bus interchange on Main North Road.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Christchurch Hospital to Papanui?
A typical trip takes about 34 minutes, of which roughly 20 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Christchurch Hospital to Papanui?
There is a direct connection — line 8, no transfers.
From Christchurch Hospital onward
