Masterton to Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand: Road Trip Guide & Distance

51.1 miles 82.3 km · straight line
61.2 miles actual route 98.5 km · driving distance
1h 28min estimated drive time
NZD 17 - NZD 21 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Masterton from Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand?

The distance from Masterton to Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand is 51.1 miles (82.3 km) as the crow flies. Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand is located WSW of Masterton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 61.2 miles, taking about 1h 28min. 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 Masterton and Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand. 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 Masterton to Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 28min NZD 17 - NZD 21 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 46min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Masterton & Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Quick Facts

Masterton
40.96°S, 175.66°E
Pacific/Auckland
103m elevation
Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand
41.29°S, 174.78°E
Pacific/Auckland
31m 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 486.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM