Bus - 5

5 Line

Rolleston/New Brighton

Metro Christchurch

Metro Christchurch 5 bus Route Schedule and Stops (Updated)

The 5 bus (City & Ara Institute Express) has 54 stops departing from Rolleston Terminus and ending at Ara Institute.

Choose any of the 5 bus stops below to find updated real-time schedules and to see their route map.

Direction: City & Ara Institute Express (54 stops)

  • Rolleston Terminus

  • East Maddisons Rd Near Lowes Rd

  • Brookside Rd Near East Maddisons Rd

  • Brookside Rd Near Stonebrook Dr

  • Rolleston Dr Near Othello Dr

  • Rolleston Dr Near Renoir Dr

  • Rolleston Dr Near Othello Dr

  • Tennyson St Near Rolleston Dr

  • Tennyson St Near Michelangelo Dr

  • Lowes Rd Near Goulds Rd

  • Masefield Dr Near Durrell Wy

  • Rolleston Dr Near Lincoln Rolleston Rd

  • Selwyn Health Hub

  • Rolleston (Kidman St)

  • Jones Rd Near Hoskyns Rd

  • Jones Rd Near Weedons Ross Rd

  • Jones Rd Near Alston Rd

  • Jones Rd Near Curraghs Rd

  • Jones Rd Near Dawsons Rd

  • Jones Rd (Templeton)

  • Kirk Rd Near Mahoe St

  • Templeton

  • Kissel St Near Banks St

  • Waterloo Rd Near Kissel St

  • Temp - Waterloo Rd Near Islington Ave

  • Temp - Halswell Junction Rd Near Foremans Rd

  • Main South Rd Near Seymour St

  • Main South Rd Near Carmen Rd

  • Main South Rd Near Tower St

  • Main South Rd Near Canterbury St

  • Main South Rd Near Garvins Rd

  • Main South Rd Near Springs Rd

  • Harvard Ave And Main South Rd

  • Main South Rd Near Lowther St

  • Main South Rd Near Weaver Pl

  • Main South Rd Near Craven St

  • Main South Rd Near English St

  • Main South Rd Near Curletts Rd

  • Yaldhurst Rd Near Curletts Rd

  • Church Corner

  • Riccarton Rd Near Newnham Tce

  • Riccarton Rd Near Field Tce

  • Riccarton Rd Near Balgay St

  • Riccarton Rd Near Paeroa St

  • Riccarton Rd Near Wainui St

  • Westfield Riccarton

  • Riccarton Rd Near Harakeke St

  • Riccarton Rd Near Bartlett St

  • Riccarton Ave

  • Riccarton Ave (Hospital)

  • Christchurch Hospital Main Stop Eb

  • Bus Interchange (Platform A)

  • Tuam St Near Madras St

  • Ara Institute

5 FAQ

  • What time does the 5 bus start operating?

    Services on the 5 bus start at 06:42 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the 5 bus stop working?

    Services on the 5 bus stop at 07:37 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the 5 bus arrive?

    When does the Rolleston/New Brighton Bus line come? Check Live Arrival Times for live arrival times and to see the full schedule for the Rolleston/New Brighton Bus line that is closest to your location.

  • Does the Metro Christchurch 5 bus line run on Queen's Birthday?

    The 5 bus's operating hours on Queen's Birthday may change. Check the Moovit app for latest changes and live updates.

  • Is there a 5 bus stop near me?

    Click here to view the nearest 5 bus stop.

Metro Christchurch 5 bus Route Map - City & Ara Institute Express

5 bus Line Map
PDF Version: 5 timetable, stops and map5 - City & Ara Institute Express timetable

5 bus Schedule

5 bus route operates on Monday to Friday. Regular schedule hours: 06:42 - 07:37

DayOperating HoursFrequency (min)
Mon06:42 - 07:3710 - 30
Tue06:42 - 07:3710 - 30
Wed06:42 - 07:3710 - 30
Thu06:42 - 07:3710 - 30
Fri06:42 - 07:3710 - 30
SatNot OperationalNot Operational
SunNot OperationalNot Operational

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5 line bus fare

Metro Christchurch 5 (City & Ara Institute Express) prices may change based on several factors. For more information about Metro Christchurch tickets costs please check the Moovit app or Metro Christchurch’s official website.

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5 (Metro Christchurch)

The first stop of the 5 bus route is Rolleston Terminus and the last stop is Ara Institute. 5 (City & Ara Institute Express) is operational during weekdays.

Additional information: 5 has 54 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 78 minutes.

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