Invercargill to Te Anau: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Invercargill from Te Anau?
The distance from Invercargill to Te Anau is 74.4 miles (119.8 km) as the crow flies. Te Anau is located NNW of Invercargill. By car, the driving distance is approximately 96.9 miles, taking about 2h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in New Zealand.
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 Invercargill and Te Anau. 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 Invercargill to Te Anau
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
- You could travel this distance about 334.5 times to circle the Earth's equator