Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand to Lower Hutt: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.1 miles 239.9 km · straight line
179.3 miles actual route 288.6 km · driving distance
3h 55min estimated drive time
NZD 51 - NZD 62 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
222° SW bearing direction

How far is Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand from Lower Hutt?

The distance from Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand to Lower Hutt is 149.1 miles (239.9 km) as the crow flies. Lower Hutt is located SW of Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand. By car, the driving distance is approximately 179.3 miles, taking about 3h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in New Zealand — Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand in Hawke's Bay Region and Lower Hutt in Wellington Region.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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. 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 Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand and Lower 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 Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand to Lower Hutt

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 55min NZD 51 - NZD 62 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 42min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 43min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand & Lower Hutt

Quick Facts

Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand
39.64°S, 176.85°E
Pacific/Auckland
19m elevation
Lower Hutt
41.22°S, 174.92°E
Pacific/Auckland
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM