Sydenham → Ara Institute of Canterbury: about 14 min, on line 44, 8, 1, with no transfers, plus about 13 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 44 towards Dallington: board at Sydenham Shops, alight at South City Mall (Northbound) — 3 stops, 1 min ride.
- Line 8 towards Christchurch International Airport: board at Sydenham Shops, alight at South City Mall (Northbound) — 3 stops, 2 min ride.
- Line 1 towards Rangiora (Ashley St): board at Sydenham Shops, alight at South City Mall (Northbound) — 3 stops, 2 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Sydenham
An inner-south suburb on Colombo Street, with shops, cafés and creative spaces.
Ara Institute of Canterbury
The polytechnic campus on Madras Street, on the edge of the central city.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Sydenham to Ara Institute of Canterbury?
A typical trip takes about 14 minutes, of which roughly 13 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Sydenham to Ara Institute of Canterbury?
There is a direct connection — line 44, 8, 1, no transfers.