Hamilton to Lower Hutt by bus
Lower Hutt lies 383 km (238 mi) south of Hamilton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 7 min including stops, over roughly 467 km (290 mi) of road.
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| Hamilton | Lower Hutt | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Population | 192,100 | 114,200 |
| Elevation | 39 m (128 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) |
| Postal codes | 3214–3244 | 5042 |
Where to book buses from Hamilton to Lower Hutt
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Staying in Lower Hutt
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Common questions
How far is Lower Hutt from Hamilton?
383 km (238 mi) in a straight line, south of Hamilton; by road roughly 467 km (290 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Lower Hutt by bus?
About 7 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hamilton and Lower Hutt?
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.