Plan about 17 min for the trip from Christchurch Hospital to Sydenham, on line 3, 8, with 1 transfer, 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 Sumner: board at Christchurch Hospital Main Stop EB, alight at Bus Interchange (Platform A) — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
- Line 8 towards Lyttelton Wharf: board at Bus Interchange (Platform B), alight at Colombo St near Wordsworth St — 3 stops, 6 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Christchurch Hospital
The region's main public hospital, beside Hagley Park on Riccarton Avenue.
Sydenham
An inner-south suburb on Colombo Street, with shops, cafés and creative spaces.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Christchurch Hospital to Sydenham?
A typical trip takes about 17 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 Christchurch Hospital to Sydenham?
There is a direct connection — line 8, no transfers.
From Christchurch Hospital onward
