Franz Josef to Milford Sound: Road Trip Guide & Distance

143.2 miles 230.5 km · straight line
389.2 miles actual route 626.3 km · driving distance
8h 34min estimated drive time
NZD 110 - NZD 135 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Franz Josef from Milford Sound?

The distance from Franz Josef to Milford Sound is 143.2 miles (230.5 km) as the crow flies. Milford Sound is located SW of Franz Josef. By car, the driving distance is approximately 389.2 miles, taking about 8h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in New Zealand.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Franz Josef 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 Franz Josef to Milford Sound

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 34min NZD 110 - NZD 135 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 17min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~8h 8min $47–$136* Comfort

Quick Facts

Franz Josef
43.38°S, 170.18°E
Pacific/Auckland
150m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 173.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM