Lake Tekapo to Waitomo: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lake Tekapo from Waitomo?
The distance from Lake Tekapo to Waitomo is 463.5 miles (745.9 km) as the crow flies. Waitomo is located NNE of Lake Tekapo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 692.4 miles, taking about 17h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in New Zealand.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for Lake Tekapo and Waitomo. 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 Lake Tekapo to Waitomo
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 155 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
- You could travel this distance about 53.7 times to circle the Earth's equator