Levin to Waitomo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164.2 miles 264.3 km · straight line
227.5 miles actual route 366.2 km · driving distance
4h 56min estimated drive time
NZD 64 - NZD 79 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
357° N bearing direction

How far is Levin from Waitomo?

The distance from Levin to Waitomo is 164.2 miles (264.3 km) as the crow flies. Waitomo is located N of Levin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 227.5 miles, taking about 4h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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 Levin 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 Levin to Waitomo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 56min NZD 64 - NZD 79 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 55min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 41min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Levin & Waitomo

Quick Facts

Levin
40.63°S, 175.28°E
Pacific/Auckland
38m elevation
Waitomo
38.26°S, 175.10°E
Pacific/Auckland
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM