Levin to Whanganui: Road Trip Guide & Distance

49.8 miles 80.1 km · straight line
63.1 miles actual route 101.6 km · driving distance
1h 26min estimated drive time
NZD 18 - NZD 22 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
346° NNW bearing direction

How far is Levin from Whanganui?

The distance from Levin to Whanganui is 49.8 miles (80.1 km) as the crow flies. Whanganui is located NNW of Levin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 63.1 miles, taking about 1h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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 Levin and Whanganui. 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 Whanganui

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 26min NZD 18 - NZD 22 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 43min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Levin & Whanganui

Quick Facts

Levin
40.63°S, 175.28°E
Pacific/Auckland
38m elevation
Whanganui
39.93°S, 175.05°E
Pacific/Auckland
18m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 500.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM