Karori to Palmerston North: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Karori from Palmerston North?

The distance from Karori to Palmerston North is 78.5 miles (126.4 km) as the crow flies. Palmerston North is located NE of Karori. By car, the driving distance is approximately 89.5 miles, taking about 1h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in New Zealand — Karori in Wellington 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Karori 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.