Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand to Queenstown, New Zealand: Road Trip Guide & Distance

348.8 miles 561.4 km · straight line
502.6 miles actual route 808.8 km · driving distance
11h 9min estimated drive time
NZD 142 - NZD 175 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
220° SW bearing direction

How far is Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand from Queenstown, New Zealand?

The distance from Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand to Queenstown, New Zealand is 348.8 miles (561.4 km) as the crow flies. Queenstown, New Zealand is located SW of Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand. By car, the driving distance is approximately 502.6 miles, taking about 11h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in New Zealand.

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 Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand and Queenstown, 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 Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand to Queenstown, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 9min NZD 142 - NZD 175 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 23min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~10h 36min $60–$176* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand & Queenstown, New Zealand

Quick Facts

Nelson, Nelson Region, New Zealand
41.27°S, 173.28°E
Pacific/Auckland
11m elevation
Queenstown, New Zealand
45.03°S, 168.66°E
Pacific/Auckland
310m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 116 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 71.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM