Lyttelton road tunnel, Christchurch

Name: Lyttelton road tunnel
Address: Christchurch, New Zealand

#134 among attractions in Christchurch

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Facts and practical information

The Lyttelton road tunnel runs through the Port Hills to connect the New Zealand city of Christchurch and its seaport, Lyttelton. It opened in 1964 and carries just over 10,000 vehicles per day as part of State Highway 74. ()

Coordinates: 43°35'39"S, 172°42'42"E

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LytteltonChristchurch New Zealand

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Day trips

Lyttelton road tunnel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bridle Path, Mount Cavendish, Lyttelton Timeball Station, Tauhinukorokio / Mount Pleasant.

~1010 ftW
Hiking trail, Hiking, Outdoor activities
Bridle Path, Christchurch
5 min walk • Nestled on the outskirts of Christchurch, New Zealand, the Bridle Path is a historic hiking trail that offers both a workout for the body and a feast for the eyes. This well-trodden path, carved by the early settlers in the 1850s, is a testament to the determination of...
0.4 miNE
Mountain, Park
Mount Cavendish
11 min walk • Mount Cavendish, located in the stunning Port Hills of Christchurch, New Zealand, offers a breathtaking panorama that captivates locals and tourists alike. As a prominent park area, it is an essential part of the scenic landscape and recreational space within the...
1.1 miSE
Lookout, Lighthouse, Architecture
Lyttelton Timeball Station, Lyttelton
30 min walk • The Lyttelton Timeball Station is a heritage-registered time ball station and prominent local landmark in Lyttelton, New Zealand.
0.9 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Tauhinukorokio / Mount Pleasant
22 min walk • Tauhinukorokio / Mount Pleasant, also known just as either Mount Pleasant or Tauhinukorokio individually, is the highest elevation in the eastern Port Hills in Christchurch, New Zealand.
1.1 miW
Natural feature, Nature, Natural attraction
Port Hills, Christchurch
29 min walk • The Port Hills are a range of hills in Canterbury, New Zealand, so named because they lie between the city of Christchurch and its port at Lyttelton. They are an eroded remnant of the Lyttelton volcano, which erupted millions of years ago.
0.7 miN
43°35'5"S • 172°42'25"E
Christchurch Gondola, Christchurch
18 min walk • Restaurant
~760 ftN
Tunnel
Lyttelton Rail Tunnel, Christchurch
4 min walk • The Lyttelton Rail Tunnel, initially called the Moorhouse Tunnel, links the city of Christchurch with the port of Lyttelton in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island.
1.2 miN
43°34'39"S • 172°42'18"E
Heathcote Valley Gallery, Christchurch
31 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How to get to Lyttelton road tunnel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lyttelton road tunnel:

Bus

Lyttelton Jetty • Lines: 155 (23 min walk)