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

218.7 miles 352 km · straight line
312.2 miles actual route 502.4 km · driving distance
9h 24min estimated drive time
NZD 88 - NZD 109 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

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

The distance from Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand to Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand is 218.7 miles (352 km) as the crow flies. Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand is located WSW of Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand. By car, the driving distance is approximately 312.2 miles, taking about 9h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in New Zealand — Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand in Hawke's Bay Region and Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand in Nelson 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand and Nelson, Nelson Region, 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 Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand to Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 24min NZD 88 - NZD 109 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 17min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~8h 56min $37–$109* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand
39.64°S, 176.85°E
Pacific/Auckland
19m elevation
Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand
41.27°S, 173.28°E
Pacific/Auckland
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM