Porirua to Timaru: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Porirua from Timaru?

The distance from Porirua to Timaru is 290 miles (466.7 km) as the crow flies. Timaru is located SW of Porirua. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384.6 miles, taking about 10h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in New Zealand — Porirua in Wellington Region and Timaru in Canterbury.

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 Porirua and Timaru. 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.