Lower Hutt to Palmerston North: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lower Hutt from Palmerston North?

The distance from Lower Hutt to Palmerston North is 69.7 miles (112.1 km) as the crow flies. Palmerston North is located NNE of Lower Hutt. By car, the driving distance is approximately 83.1 miles, taking about 1h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in New Zealand — Lower Hutt 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 Lower Hutt 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.