Plan about 69 min for the trip from Lyttelton to Christchurch Airport, on line 8, 29, 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 8 towards Christchurch International Airport: board at Lyttelton Wharf, alight at Christchurch International Airport — 65 stops, 64 min ride.
- Line 29 towards Christchurch International Airport: board at Bus Interchange (Platform C), alight at Christchurch International Airport — 25 stops, 30 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Lyttelton
A historic port town through the road tunnel, with a Saturday market and the Diamond Harbour ferry.
Christchurch Airport
The South Island's main airport, linked to the city by Metro buses.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Lyttelton to Christchurch Airport?
A typical trip takes about 69 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 Lyttelton to Christchurch Airport?
There is a direct connection — line 8, no transfers.
