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

97.9 miles 157.6 km · straight line
156.5 miles actual route 251.8 km · driving distance
6h 15min estimated drive time
NZD 44 - NZD 54 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
83° E bearing direction

How far is Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand from Upper Hutt?

The distance from Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand to Upper Hutt is 97.9 miles (157.6 km) as the crow flies. Upper Hutt is located E of Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand. By car, the driving distance is approximately 156.5 miles, taking about 6h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in New Zealand — Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand in Tasman District and Upper Hutt in Wellington Region.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand and Upper Hutt. 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 Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand to Upper Hutt

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 15min NZD 44 - NZD 54 Flexible stops
Bus ~7h 30min $13–$23* Budget
Train ~5h 56min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand & Upper Hutt

Quick Facts

Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand
41.33°S, 173.18°E
Pacific/Auckland
10m elevation
Upper Hutt
41.14°S, 175.05°E
Pacific/Auckland
60m 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 254.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM