Getting from Riccarton to The Palms takes about 43 min by public transport, on line 100, 3, 7, with no transfers, with about 15 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 100 towards The Palms (New Brighton Rd): board at Clyde Rd near Totara St, alight at Shirley Rd near Quinns Rd — 23 stops, 29 min ride.
- Line 3 towards Sumner: board at Riccarton Rd near Wainui St, alight at Christchurch Hospital Main Stop EB — 6 stops, 8 min ride.
- Line 7 towards Queenspark: board at Christchurch Hospital Main Stop EB, alight at Shirley Rd near Quinns Rd — 16 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line 140 towards Mt Pleasant Terminus: board at Matipo St near Maxwell St, alight at Eastgate Mall (Buckleys Rd) — 19 stops, 25 min ride.
- Line Oa towards Waimairi Rd near Greers Rd: board at Eastgate Mall (Buckleys Rd), alight at The Palms (Shirley Rd) — 16 stops, 12 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Riccarton
A busy western suburb along Riccarton Road, with Westfield Riccarton and Riccarton Bush.
The Palms
A shopping centre in Shirley, at the corner of Marshland and New Brighton roads.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Riccarton to The Palms?
A typical trip takes about 43 minutes, of which roughly 15 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Riccarton to The Palms?
There is a direct connection — line 100, no transfers.
