Lincoln Road Bus Lanes & Water Upgrade
Installing peak-hour bus lanes on Lincoln Road to make bus journey times shorter and more reliable, combined with water and wastewater service upgrades along the route.
This is a $25.0M transport project in Spreydon-Cashmere / Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton, Christchurch, currently planned.
Why This Project Matters
Lincoln Road is one of the busiest bus corridors. Bus lanes mean faster trips for the thousands who use the 80 Orbiter and other routes daily.
Latest Update
Major upgrade starting April 2026. Combined transport and water infrastructure work to minimise disruption.
Budget Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Budget | $25.0M |
| Category | Transport |
| Ward | Spreydon-Cashmere / Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton |
| Status | Planned |
Data & Sources
Budget and project data: CCC Long Term Plan 2024–2034, orbviz.com capital programme API. Research source: CCC Transport Projects, Newsline Feb 2026. Budget figures from CCC capital programme. Scope and status from official CCC communications and council agenda reports. Data as at March 2026.