New Zealand Driving Distances
The following chart gives you an approximate indication of New Zealand driving distances and times between the main destinations. As you plan your holiday, the team at New Zealand Travel Organiser will recommend an itinerary based on your timeframe and suitable driving distances.
New Zealand Driving Distances Chart
North Island |
Mi/Km |
Time (h:mm) |
| Auckland to: | ||
| Napier | 262/422 | 6:35 |
| Paihia | 149/240 | 4:15 |
| Rotorua | 145/233 | 3:35 |
| Waitomo | 124/200 | 3:10 |
| Wellington | 409/658 | 9:15 |
| Napier to: | ||
| Auckland | 262/422 | 6:35 |
| Paihia | 411/661 | 9:50 |
| Rotorua | 139/224 | 3:50 |
| Waitomo | 190/306 | 5:05 |
| Wellington | 201/323 | 4:50 |
| Rotorua to: | ||
| Auckland | 145/233 | 3:35 |
| Napier | 139/224 | 3:50 |
| Paihia | 295/475 | 7:50 |
| Waitomo | 103/166 | 2:45 |
| Wellington | 286/460 | 6:30 |
| Waitomo Caves to: | ||
| Auckland | 124/200 | 3:10 |
| Napier | 190/306 | 5:05 |
| Paihia | 273/439 | 7:25 |
| Rotorua | 103/166 | 2:45 |
| Wellington | 294/473 | 7:10 |
| Wellington to: | ||
| Auckland | 409/658 | 9:15 |
| Napier | 201/323 | 4:50 |
| Paihia | 558/898 | 13:30 |
| Rotorua | 286/460 | 6:30 |
| Waitomo | 294/473 | 7:10 |
South Island |
Mi/Km |
Time (h:mm) |
| Christchurch to: | ||
| Milford Sound | 480/772 | 10:40 |
| Mount Cook | 206/331 | 4:55 |
| Nelson | 263/423 | 6:15 |
| Picton | 209/336 | 5:00 |
| Queenstown | 302/486 | 7:15 |
| Nelson to: | ||
| Christchurch | 263/423 | 6:15 |
| Milford Sound | 712/1146 | 18:35 |
| Mount Cook | 469/775 | 10:30 |
| Picton | 68/109 | 2:10 |
| Queenstown | 431/693 | 12:45 |
| Mount Cook to: | ||
| Christchurch | 206/331 | 4:55 |
| Milford Sound | 342/550 | 8:55 |
| Nelson | 469/755 | 10:30 |
| Picton | 414/666 | 9:45 |
| Queenstown | 163/262 | 3:50 |
| Picton to: | ||
| Christchurch | 209/336 | 5:00 |
| Milford Sound | 689/1109 | 18:25 |
| Mount Cook | 414/666 | 9:45 |
| Nelson | 68/109 | 2:10 |
| Queenstown | 511/822 | 13:20 |
| Queenstown to: | ||
| Christchurch | 302/486 | 7:15 |
| Milford Sound | 181/291 | 5:05 |
| Mount Cook | 163/262 | 3:50 |
| Nelson | 431/693 | 12:45 |
| Picton | 511/822 | 13:20 |
Note: Highways were used to calculate distances between major towns.
To begin planning your New Zealand holiday, browse the holiday packages below. We have designed a range of New Zealand, North Island, South Island, and family packages covering the top destinations.
Our team carefully designs each itinerary to include comfortable driving times and plenty of time for sightseeing along the way.
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In addition, we specialise in designing fully customised holiday packages based on your interests. Let us know what you want from your New Zealand holiday, and we will make it happen.
