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85 Line

Rolleston/City direct

Metro Christchurch

Metro Christchurch 85 bus Route Schedule and Stops (Updated)

The 85 bus (City & Ara Institute) has 9 stops departing from Faringdon (Blvd) and ending at Madras St Terminus.

Choose any of the 85 bus stops below to find updated real-time schedules and to see their route map.

Direction: City & Ara Institute (9 stops)

  • Faringdon (Blvd)

  • Dynes Rd Near Faringdon Blvd

  • Rolleston College

  • Tennyson St Near Michelangelo Dr

  • Tennyson St Near Moore St

  • Rolleston (Kidman St)

  • Christchurch Hospital Main Stop Eb

  • Bus Interchange (Platform A)

  • Madras St Terminus

85 FAQ

  • What time does the 85 bus start operating?

    Services on the 85 bus start at 06:35 on Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the 85 bus stop working?

    Services on the 85 bus stop at 07:30 on Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the 85 bus arrive?

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

  • Does the Metro Christchurch 85 bus line run on Queen's Birthday?

    The 85 bus's operating hours on Queen's Birthday may change. Check the Moovit app for latest changes and live updates.

  • Is there a 85 bus stop near me?

    Click here to view the nearest 85 bus stop.

Metro Christchurch 85 bus Route Map - City & Ara Institute

85 bus Line Map

85 bus Schedule

85 bus route operates on Thursday to Friday. Regular schedule hours: 06:35 - 07:30

DayOperating HoursFrequency (min)
MonNot OperationalNot Operational
TueNot OperationalNot Operational
WedNot OperationalNot Operational
Thu06:35 - 07:3025 - 30
Fri06:35 - 07:3025 - 30
SatNot OperationalNot Operational
SunNot OperationalNot Operational

Metro Christchurch bus Service Alerts

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85 line bus fare

Metro Christchurch 85 (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.

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85 (Metro Christchurch)

The first stop of the 85 bus route is Faringdon (Blvd) and the last stop is Madras St Terminus. 85 (City & Ara Institute) is operational during Thursday, Friday.

Additional information: 85 has 9 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 minutes.

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85 - Alternative Directions

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