81 Line
Lincoln/City direct
Metro Christchurch
Metro Christchurch 81 bus Route Schedule and Stops (Updated)
The 81 bus (City & Ara Institute) has 19 stops departing from Lincoln University and ending at Ara Institute.
Choose any of the 81 bus stops below to find updated real-time schedules and to see their route map.
Direction: City & Ara Institute (19 stops)
Lincoln University
Gerald St Near Springs Rd
Gerald St Near Murray Pl
Gerald St Near West Belt
Gerald St Near Kildare Tce
James St Near Boundary Rd
Birchs Rd Near Grangewood Dr
Birchs Rd Near Barton Fields Dr
Birchs Rd Near Robinsons Rd
Birchs Rd Near Hamptons Rd
Birchs Rd Near Glenwood Dr
Springs Rd Near Birchs Rd
Prebbleton
Springs Rd Near Blakes Rd
Springs Rd Near Marshs Rd
Hagley Ave Near Selwyn St
Christchurch Hospital Main Stop Eb
Bus Interchange (Platform A)
Ara Institute
81 FAQ
What time does the 81 bus start operating?
Services on the 81 bus start at 07:05 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
What time does the 81 bus stop working?
Services on the 81 bus stop at 07:25 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
What time does the 81 bus arrive?
When does the Lincoln/City direct Bus line come? Check Live Arrival Times for live arrival times and to see the full schedule for the Lincoln/City direct Bus line that is closest to your location.
Does the Metro Christchurch 81 bus line run on Queen's Birthday?
The 81 bus's operating hours on Queen's Birthday may change. Check the Moovit app for latest changes and live updates.
Is there a 81 bus stop near me?
Click here to view the nearest 81 bus stop.
81 bus Schedule
81 bus route operates on Monday to Friday. Regular schedule hours: 07:05 - 07:25
Day | Operating Hours | Frequency (min) |
---|---|---|
Mon | 07:05 - 07:25 | 20 |
Tue | 07:05 - 07:25 | 20 |
Wed | 07:05 - 07:25 | 20 |
Thu | 07:05 - 07:25 | 20 |
Fri | 07:05 - 07:25 | 20 |
Sat | Not Operational | Not Operational |
Sun | Not Operational | Not Operational |
Metro Christchurch bus Service Alerts
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81 line bus fare
Metro Christchurch 81 (City & Ara Institute) 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.
81 (Metro Christchurch)
The first stop of the 81 bus route is Lincoln University and the last stop is Ara Institute. 81 (City & Ara Institute) is operational during weekdays.
Additional information: 81 has 19 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 minutes.
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81 - Alternative Directions
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