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

157.6 miles 253.7 km · straight line
184.1 miles actual route 296.2 km · driving distance
3h 56min estimated drive time
NZD 52 - NZD 64 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
223° SW bearing direction

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

The distance from Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand to Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand is 157.6 miles (253.7 km) as the crow flies. Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand is located SW of Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand. By car, the driving distance is approximately 184.1 miles, taking about 3h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in New Zealand — Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand in Hawke's Bay Region and Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand 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 Wellington, Wellington 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 Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 56min NZD 52 - NZD 64 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 43min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 44min $22–$64* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand
39.64°S, 176.85°E
Pacific/Auckland
19m elevation
Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand
41.29°S, 174.78°E
Pacific/Auckland
31m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 158 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM