Coromandel Peninsula to Milford Sound: Road Trip Guide & Distance

674.6 miles 1085.6 km · straight line
1132 miles actual route 1821.7 km · driving distance
26h 39min estimated drive time
NZD 320 - NZD 393 estimated fuel cost
~1h 51min flight time
214° SW bearing direction

How far is Coromandel Peninsula from Milford Sound?

The distance from Coromandel Peninsula to Milford Sound is 674.6 miles (1085.6 km) as the crow flies. Milford Sound is located SW of Coromandel Peninsula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1132 miles, taking about 26h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 51min. 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 Coromandel Peninsula and Milford Sound. 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 Coromandel Peninsula to Milford Sound

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26h 39min NZD 320 - NZD 393 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~31h 59min $91–$170* Budget
Train ~34h 39min $136–$396* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Coromandel Peninsula & Milford Sound

Quick Facts

Coromandel Peninsula
36.75°S, 175.50°E
Pacific/Auckland
0m elevation
Milford Sound
44.63°S, 167.88°E
Pacific/Auckland
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 225 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM