Lower Hutt to Timaru: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lower Hutt from Timaru?

The distance from Lower Hutt to Timaru is 287.6 miles (462.9 km) as the crow flies. Timaru is located SW of Lower Hutt. By car, the driving distance is approximately 380 miles, taking about 10h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in New Zealand — Lower Hutt in Wellington Region and Timaru in Canterbury.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lower Hutt and Timaru. 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.