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The New Zealand Travelling & Driving Times You NEED to Know

Nz pocket guide is 10 years old. thank you for trusting us with your trip for over a decade, the important driving and travelling times in new zealand.

New Zealand is the ultimate road-tripping country ! Although it’s a small country, New Zealand is packed with things to see and do which can only be a good thing considering the driving times in New Zealand can be pretty long. Varied landscapes, from flat highways to mountain roads, make New Zealand travelling times all over the place. With that in mind, we’ve put together this list of New Zealand driving times you need to know!

As you’ll see from the driving times below, the main hubs and attractions in New Zealand are a long drive away from each other. It’s recommended that you break up the drive or even days by stopping off at the many smaller towns and attractions along the way. For inspiration on where to visit, see the 50 Best Things to Do on the North Island and 50 Best Things to Do on the South Island .

Note that New Zealand driving distances are measured in kilometres (km). We have also included the distance in miles for all you UK and US travellers.

How Long Does it Take to Drive Around New Zealand?

Driving around New Zealand can take anywhere between 30 hours , if driving from top to bottom and taking the ferry between the North and South Island, to 65 hours if doing a thorough road trip of both islands with the ferry included.

How Long Does it Take to Drive the North Island of New Zealand?

Following a popular route including Cape Reinga, Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo and Wellington, it takes approximately 16 hours to drive the North Island non-stop.

How Long Does it Take to Drive the South Island of New Zealand?

Following a popular route from Picton to Westport, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mt Cook, Christchurch, Kaikoura and back to Picton, it takes approximately 30 hours to drive around the South Island non-stop.

How Long Does it Take to Drive from the Bottom of New Zealand to the Top?

It takes approximately 30 hours to drive from the bottom of New Zealand to the top or 30 hours to travel the length of New Zealand. This includes the car ferry you would need to take between Wellington and Picton, which lasts almost four hours plus check-in time.

Can You Drive Between the North Island and South Island?

No, you cannot “drive” between the North Island and South Island but you can take your vehicle on the car ferry between Wellington and Picton, also known as the Cook Strait ferry. Find out more about the ferry, costs and how it works in The Ferry Between the North Island and South Island .

Can You Drive Across New Zealand in a Day?

Yes, you can drive across the width of New Zealand in a day but not the length. It takes, for example, 5h30mins to drive across the widest part of New Zealand, which is between New Plymouth and Napier. Compared to driving across the narrowest part of New Zealand, between Otahuhu and Auckland Central, it only takes 30 minutes (with traffic).

North Island Driving Times

What are the driving times in New Zealand between the North Island’s popular cities?

Auckland Central to:

Paihia – 240 km, 149 mi, 3 hrs 35 mins Gisborne – 480 km, 298 mi, 6 hrs 30 mins Waitomo – 200 km, 124 mi, 3 hrs 10 mins Rotorua – 233 km, 145 mi, 3 hrs 35 mins Napier – 422 km, 262 mi, 5 hrs 05 mins Tongariro National Park – 326 km, 203 mi, 4 hrs Wellington – 658 km, 409 mi, 9 hrs 15 mins

Rotorua to:

Paihia – 475 km, 295 mi, 7 hrs 50 mins Auckland Central – 233 km, 145 mi, 3 hrs 35 mins Gisborne – 274 km, 170 mi, 3 hrs 45 mins Waitomo – 166 km, 103 mi, 1 hr 55 mins Napier – 224 km, 139 mi, 3 hrs 20 mins Tongariro National Park – 141 km, 88 mi, 1 hr 45 mins Wellington – 460 km, 286 mi, 6 hrs 30 mins

Paihia – 661 km, 411 mi, 9 hrs 50 mins Auckland Central – 422 km, 262 mi, 6 hrs 35 mins Gisborne – 214 km, 133 mi, 3 hrs Waitomo – 306 km, 190 mi, 5 hrs Rotorua – 224 km, 139 mi, 3 hrs 50 mins Tongariro National Park – 194 km, 121 mi, 2 hrs 30 mins Wellington – 323 km, 201 mi, 4 hrs 50 mins

Wellington to:

Paihia – 898 km, 558 mi, 13 hrs 30 mins Auckland Central – 658 km, 409 mi, 9 hrs 15 mins Gisborne – 532 km, 330 mi, 7 hrs Rotorua – 460 km, 286 mi, 6 hrs 30 mins Waitomo – 274 km, 294 mi, 7 hrs 10 mins Tongariro National Park – 287 km, 178 mi, 3 hrs 35 mins

What are the most scenic routes between the North Island’s major destinations? Check out The North Island Scenic Routes . And for tips for relaxing on a road trip, head to 10 Ways to Handle the Long Drives in New Zealand .

South Island Driving Times

What are the driving times in New Zealand between the South Island’s popular cities?

Christchurch – 336 km, 209 mi, 5 hrs Franz Josef – 522 km, 324 mi, 6 hrs 40 mins Mt Cook – 666 km, 414 mi, 9 hrs 45 mins Queenstown – 822 km, 511 mi, 13 hrs 20 mins Milford Sound – 1109 km, 608 mi, 18 hrs 25 mins Invercargill – 895 km, 556 mi, 11 hrs 50 mins

Christchurch to:

Picton – 336 km, 209 mi, 5 hrs Franz Josef – 383 km, 387 mi, 5 hrs Mt Cook – 331 km, 206 mi, 4 hrs 55 mins Queenstown – 486 km, 302 mi, 7 hrs 15 mins Milford Sound – 772 km, 480 mi, 10 hrs 40 mins Invercargill – 566 km, 352 mi, 7 hrs 20 mins

Franz Josef to:

Picton – 522 km, 324 mi, 6 hrs 40 mins Christchurch – 383 km, 387 mi, 5 hrs Mt Cook – 480 km, 298 mi, 5 hrs 55 mins Queenstown – 350 km, 217 mi, 4 hrs 40 mins Milford Sound – 625 km, 388 mi, 8 hrs 15 mins Invercargill – 525 km, 326 mi, 7 hrs

Queenstown to:

Picton – 822 km, 511 mi, 13 hrs 20 mins Christchurch – 486 km, 302 mi, 7 hrs 15 mins Mt Cook – 262 km, 163 mi, 3 hrs 50 mins Franz Josef – 350 km, 217 mi, 4 hrs 40 mins Milford Sound – 219 km, 181 mi, 5 hrs 05 mins Invercargill – 187 km, 116 mi, 2 hrs 24 mins

Don’t forget to check out The South Island Scenic Routes for more scenic roads to take between the South Island’s hotspots. And for tips for relaxing on a road trip, head to 10 Ways to Handle the Long Drives in New Zealand .

Travel Times Too Long? Take the Hassle Out of Driving with Backyard Roadies!

We know, there’s a lot of ground to cover in New Zealand. An easy way to leave out the hassle of driving, and give yourself more time to enjoy the scenery, is to take a guided tour of New Zealand.

Meet Backyard Roadies who formed out of the pandemic showing locals their awesome New Zealand “backyard”. They’re keen to show international travellers the highlights too on their variety of New Zealand tours ranging from 10 to 21 days! To add to the “Kiwi” vibe, Backyard Roadies is not only 100% New Zealand-owned and operated, but they go the extra mile to make their guests feel like locals, spending more time at each destination than most other tours. With small groups and a mix of male and female guides, Backyard Roadies offers fun, safe and great-value tours for all.

Learn more about their tours and become part of the Backyard Roadies family over at backyardroadies.com .

3 Things You Need to Know About the New Zealand Driving Times

There are a few things that are worth noting about the driving and travelling times in New Zealand…

• Check and double-check your GPS route! Some GPS apps and systems will propose the fastest route to your destination but not necessarily the best route. For instance, a narrow and winding logging road might be the fastest route to your destination in kilometres, but the road might not be ideal for your rental car or campervan. Check with a paper map or on the satellite view of your GPS that you will actually be following a main road.
• Allow extra time. The New Zealand roads are winding and are sometimes gravel roads, which means you’ll be driving slower. Always add a bit of contingency time to your estimated travel times.
• Use the rest stops! Along New Zealand roads, rest stops on the side of the highways are clearly signposted with a picnic table icon. These are safe places to pull over, stretch your legs and have a break from the long drive.

For more driving tips and road safety in New Zealand, check out 15 Driving Safety Tips for New Zealand .

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Now that you know the New Zealand driving times, do you need some road trip ideas? Check out the following itineraries for the best road trip routes (plus, they include the travel times between each destination):

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Alternatively, have a browse of our Trip Ideas category for itineraries categorised by travel style, including budget, luxury, honeymoon/couples, families, foodies and more.

More About Driving and Travelling Times in New Zealand

That’s it for our guide to the travelling and driving times in New Zealand. For more driving tips, check out our other awesome guides:

• Driving in New Zealand : Everything You NEED to Know
• Travel By Car : How to Plan a Road Trip in New Zealand
• How to Plan a Campervan Trip in New Zealand

Finally, if you’d like to know the flight times to New Zealand, be sure to check out What are the Flight Times to New Zealand?

The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across New Zealand and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:

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Delays are possible due to heavy traffic at rush hour times, because of accidents, road construction or flooding in bad weather. Detours from the main highways can take much longer due to curvy, hilly or unsealed roads.

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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. 

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NFL schedule 2024: Full list of how many miles each team will travel and time zones they will cross

A look at the nfl travel data for the 2024 season.

All 32 NFL teams will have to travel at least eight times during the 2024 regular season, but some will travel more and much farther. Teams will have to travel cross country, while some will go off to Germany and England. Have you ever wondered how many miles each NFL team travels, and how many time zones they cross through? Well, that info has been put together for the upcoming season and released prior to the official NFL schedule release.

According to Bookies.com , the Los Angeles Chargers  will travel the most miles of any team this season -- a whopping 26,803 miles. The Chargers will also travel through the most time zones: 36. As for the team that will travel the least amount of miles in 2024, that honor belongs to Dan Quinn's  Washington Commanders .

The mileage for this list was calculated by using the linear air distance between each stadium on Google Earth. Check out the full list below: 

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