Timaru to Upper Hutt: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Timaru from Upper Hutt?

The distance from Timaru to Upper Hutt is 296.2 miles (476.7 km) as the crow flies. Upper Hutt is located NE of Timaru. By car, the driving distance is approximately 389.6 miles, taking about 11h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in New Zealand — Timaru in Canterbury and Upper Hutt in Wellington Region.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Timaru 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.