Ashburton to Timaru: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ashburton from Timaru?

The distance from Ashburton to Timaru is 41.8 miles (67.2 km) as the crow flies. Timaru is located SW of Ashburton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 48.7 miles, taking about 1h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in New Zealand.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ashburton and Timaru. 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.