Lower Hutt to Hamilton by bus
Hamilton lies 383 km (238 mi) north of Lower Hutt, 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.
| Lower Hutt | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Population | 114,200 | 192,100 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 39 m (128 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) |
| Postal codes | 5042 | 3214–3244 |
Where to book buses from Lower Hutt to Hamilton
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Staying in Hamilton
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Common questions
How far is Hamilton from Lower Hutt?
383 km (238 mi) in a straight line, north of Lower Hutt; by road roughly 467 km (290 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lower Hutt to Hamilton 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 Lower Hutt and Hamilton?
No, both are on Pacific/Auckland at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.