Auckland to Dunedin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Auckland from Dunedin?

The distance from Auckland to Dunedin is 661.3 miles (1064.3 km) as the crow flies. Dunedin is located SSW of Auckland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 889.8 miles, taking about 21h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Auckland and Dunedin. 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.