Ashburton to Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand: Road Trip Guide & Distance

192 miles 309 km · straight line
301.6 miles actual route 485.3 km · driving distance
6h 38min estimated drive time
NZD 85 - NZD 105 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
23° NNE bearing direction

How far is Ashburton from Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand?

The distance from Ashburton to Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand is 192 miles (309 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand is located NNE of Ashburton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 301.6 miles, taking about 6h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in New Zealand — Ashburton in Canterbury and Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand in Tasman District.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ashburton and Richmond, Tasman District, 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 Ashburton to Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 38min NZD 85 - NZD 105 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 58min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~6h 18min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ashburton & Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand

Quick Facts

Ashburton
43.90°S, 171.73°E
Pacific/Auckland
106m elevation
Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand
41.33°S, 173.18°E
Pacific/Auckland
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 129.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM