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

82.7 miles 133.1 km · straight line
138.3 miles actual route 222.6 km · driving distance
5h 49min estimated drive time
NZD 39 - NZD 48 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
88° E bearing direction

How far is Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand from Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand?

The distance from Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand to Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand is 82.7 miles (133.1 km) as the crow flies. Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand is located E of Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138.3 miles, taking about 5h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in New Zealand — Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand in Tasman District and Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand 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 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.

How to Get from Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand to Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 49min NZD 39 - NZD 48 Flexible stops
Bus ~6h 59min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~5h 32min $17–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand & Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Quick Facts

Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand
41.33°S, 173.18°E
Pacific/Auckland
10m elevation
Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand
41.29°S, 174.78°E
Pacific/Auckland
31m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 301.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM