Abel Tasman to Bay of Islands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

400.9 miles 645.2 km · straight line
726.4 miles actual route 1169 km · driving distance
18h 48min estimated drive time
NZD 205 - NZD 253 estimated fuel cost
~1h 18min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Abel Tasman from Bay of Islands?

The distance from Abel Tasman to Bay of Islands is 400.9 miles (645.2 km) as the crow flies. Bay of Islands is located N of Abel Tasman. By car, the driving distance is approximately 726.4 miles, taking about 18h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in New Zealand.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abel Tasman and Bay of Islands. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Abel Tasman to Bay of Islands

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 48min NZD 205 - NZD 253 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 34min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~17h 52min $87–$254* Comfort

Quick Facts

Abel Tasman
40.95°S, 172.95°E
Pacific/Auckland
0m elevation
Bay of Islands
35.22°S, 174.08°E
Pacific/Auckland
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 134 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 62.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM