Abel Tasman to Queenstown, New Zealand: Road Trip Guide & Distance

355.5 miles 572.1 km · straight line
516.3 miles actual route 830.9 km · driving distance
11h 38min estimated drive time
NZD 146 - NZD 179 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
216° SW bearing direction

How far is Abel Tasman from Queenstown, New Zealand?

The distance from Abel Tasman to Queenstown, New Zealand is 355.5 miles (572.1 km) as the crow flies. Queenstown, New Zealand is located SW of Abel Tasman. By car, the driving distance is approximately 516.3 miles, taking about 11h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in New Zealand.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abel Tasman and Queenstown, New Zealand. 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 Queenstown, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 38min NZD 146 - NZD 179 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 58min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~11h 3min $62–$181* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Abel Tasman & Queenstown, New Zealand

Quick Facts

Abel Tasman
40.95°S, 172.95°E
Pacific/Auckland
0m elevation
Queenstown, New Zealand
45.03°S, 168.66°E
Pacific/Auckland
310m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 70 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM