Coromandel Peninsula to Queenstown, New Zealand: Road Trip Guide & Distance

673.9 miles 1084.5 km · straight line
961 miles actual route 1546.5 km · driving distance
23h 2min estimated drive time
NZD 271 - NZD 334 estimated fuel cost
~1h 51min flight time
210° SSW bearing direction

How far is Coromandel Peninsula from Queenstown, New Zealand?

The distance from Coromandel Peninsula to Queenstown, New Zealand is 673.9 miles (1084.5 km) as the crow flies. Queenstown, New Zealand is located SSW of Coromandel Peninsula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 961 miles, taking about 23h 2min. 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 Queenstown, New Zealand. 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 Queenstown, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 2min NZD 271 - NZD 334 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 38min $77–$144* Budget
Train ~29h 57min $115–$336* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Coromandel Peninsula & Queenstown, New Zealand

Quick Facts

Coromandel Peninsula
36.75°S, 175.50°E
Pacific/Auckland
0m elevation
Queenstown, New Zealand
45.03°S, 168.66°E
Pacific/Auckland
310m 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 37 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM