Auckland to Christchurch: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Auckland from Christchurch?
The distance from Auckland to Christchurch is 475.3 miles (764.9 km) as the crow flies. Christchurch is located SSW of Auckland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 669.6 miles, taking about 16h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. 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. 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 Auckland and Christchurch. 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 Auckland to Christchurch
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 158 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
- You could travel this distance about 52.4 times to circle the Earth's equator