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

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

The distance from Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand to Taupo is 77.7 miles (125 km) as the crow flies. Taupo is located NNW of Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97.2 miles, taking about 2h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in New Zealand — Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand in Hawke's Bay Region and Taupo in Waikato Region.

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 Taupo. 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.