Masterton to Palmerston North: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Masterton from Palmerston North?

The distance from Masterton to Palmerston North is 41.8 miles (67.2 km) as the crow flies. Palmerston North is located N of Masterton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 58.2 miles, taking about 1h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in New Zealand — Masterton 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. 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 Masterton 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.