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

How far is Palmerston North from Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand?

The distance from Palmerston North to Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand is 77.7 miles (125.1 km) as the crow flies. Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand is located SW of Palmerston North. By car, the driving distance is approximately 87.9 miles, taking about 1h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in New Zealand — Palmerston North in Manawatu-Wanganui and Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand in Wellington Region.

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 Palmerston North 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.