Hobbiton to Palmerston North: Road Trip Guide & Distance

171.7 miles 276.3 km · straight line
227.8 miles actual route 366.6 km · driving distance
4h 56min estimated drive time
NZD 64 - NZD 79 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
181° S bearing direction

How far is Hobbiton from Palmerston North?

The distance from Hobbiton to Palmerston North is 171.7 miles (276.3 km) as the crow flies. Palmerston North is located S of Hobbiton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 227.8 miles, taking about 4h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in New Zealand.

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. 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 Hobbiton 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.

How to Get from Hobbiton to Palmerston North

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 56min NZD 64 - NZD 79 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 55min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 41min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hobbiton & Palmerston North

Quick Facts

Hobbiton
37.87°S, 175.68°E
Pacific/Auckland
50m elevation
Palmerston North
40.36°S, 175.61°E
Pacific/Auckland
34m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 145 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM