Auckland to Wellington by bus
Wellington lies 493 km (307 mi) south of Auckland, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 9 h 6 min including stops, over roughly 602 km (374 mi) of road.
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| Auckland | Wellington | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Population | 1.5 million | 381,900 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 31 m (102 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) |
| Postal codes | 1010–1150 | 6021–6149 |
Where to book buses from Auckland to Wellington
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Staying in Wellington
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Common questions
How far is Wellington from Auckland?
493 km (307 mi) in a straight line, south of Auckland; by road roughly 602 km (374 mi).
How long does it take to get from Auckland to Wellington by bus?
About 9 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Auckland and Wellington?
No, both are on Pacific/Auckland at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.