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

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

The distance from Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand to Palmerston North is 82.2 miles (132.3 km) as the crow flies. Palmerston North is located SW of Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand. By car, the driving distance is approximately 98.4 miles, taking about 2h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in New Zealand — Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand in Hawke's Bay Region and Palmerston North in Manawatu-Wanganui.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Palmerston North. 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.