Blenheim to Upper Hutt: Road Trip Guide & Distance

62.6 miles 100.8 km · straight line
99.2 miles actual route 159.7 km · driving distance
4h 28min estimated drive time
NZD 28 - NZD 34 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Blenheim from Upper Hutt?

The distance from Blenheim to Upper Hutt is 62.6 miles (100.8 km) as the crow flies. Upper Hutt is located ENE of Blenheim. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.2 miles, taking about 4h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in New Zealand — Blenheim in Marlborough and Upper Hutt in Wellington Region.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Blenheim and Upper Hutt. 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 Blenheim to Upper Hutt

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 28min NZD 28 - NZD 34 Flexible stops
Bus ~5h 22min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~4h 15min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blenheim & Upper Hutt

Quick Facts

Blenheim
41.52°S, 173.95°E
Pacific/Auckland
9m elevation
Upper Hutt
41.14°S, 175.05°E
Pacific/Auckland
60m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 397.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM