Whanganui to Whangarei: Road Trip Guide & Distance

293 miles 471.5 km · straight line
373.2 miles actual route 600.6 km · driving distance
7h 57min estimated drive time
NZD 105 - NZD 130 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
352° N bearing direction

How far is Whanganui from Whangarei?

The distance from Whanganui to Whangarei is 293 miles (471.5 km) as the crow flies. Whangarei is located N of Whanganui. By car, the driving distance is approximately 373.2 miles, taking about 7h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in New Zealand — Whanganui in Manawatu-Wanganui and Whangarei in Northland.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Whanganui and Whangarei. 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 Whanganui to Whangarei

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 57min NZD 105 - NZD 130 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 32min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~7h 33min $45–$131* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Whanganui & Whangarei

Quick Facts

Whanganui
39.93°S, 175.05°E
Pacific/Auckland
18m elevation
Whangarei
35.73°S, 174.32°E
Pacific/Auckland
7m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM