Paraparaumu to Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand: Road Trip Guide & Distance

99.7 miles 160.4 km · straight line
168.8 miles actual route 271.7 km · driving distance
6h 25min estimated drive time
NZD 48 - NZD 59 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
253° WSW bearing direction

How far is Paraparaumu from Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand?

The distance from Paraparaumu to Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand is 99.7 miles (160.4 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand is located WSW of Paraparaumu. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.8 miles, taking about 6h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in New Zealand — Paraparaumu in Wellington Region and Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand in Tasman District.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Paraparaumu and Richmond, Tasman District, 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 Paraparaumu to Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 25min NZD 48 - NZD 59 Flexible stops
Bus ~7h 42min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~6h 6min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Paraparaumu & Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand

Quick Facts

Paraparaumu
40.92°S, 175.02°E
Pacific/Auckland
77m elevation
Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand
41.33°S, 173.18°E
Pacific/Auckland
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 249.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM