Masterton to Whanganui: Road Trip Guide & Distance

77.8 miles 125.2 km · straight line
103.7 miles actual route 166.9 km · driving distance
2h 24min estimated drive time
NZD 29 - NZD 36 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
336° NNW bearing direction

How far is Masterton from Whanganui?

The distance from Masterton to Whanganui is 77.8 miles (125.2 km) as the crow flies. Whanganui is located NNW of Masterton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103.7 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in New Zealand — Masterton in Wellington Region and Whanganui 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. 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 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 Masterton to Whanganui

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 24min NZD 29 - NZD 36 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 53min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 17min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Masterton & Whanganui

Quick Facts

Masterton
40.96°S, 175.66°E
Pacific/Auckland
103m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 320.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM