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Driving Route : Auckland - Taupo - Wellington

Start: Auckland
Finish: Wellington
Recommended Length: 5 Days
Distance: 936 km (585 miles)

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Route Summary

Travel time is approximate only, based on an average driving speed under normal road conditions.

  Travel time Km (Miles)
Day 1
Auckland to Rotorua
3 hrs 237 148
Day 2
Rotorua to Taupo
1 hr 81 51
Day 3
Taupo to Taupo
2.25 hrs 145 91
Day 4
Taupo to Napier
1.75 hrs 139 87
Day 5
Napier to Wellington
4.75 hrs 334 209
Totals for Driving Route 12.75 hrs 936 585

Vineyards & Volcanism

Vineyards & Volcanism

Volcanic action and vineyards are major features of this route to Wellington.

Visit the wine growing regions of Auckland, Kumeu in the north and Clevedon in the south, then head for Hamilton past the acclaimed wineries of Te Kauwhata.

Enjoy a riverboat cruise before you move on to the boiling mud, geysers and steaming craters of Rotorua.

Taupo has more geothermals to see, while Turangi is the place to try your hand at trout fishing.

The twin cities of Napier and Hastings are rich with Art Deco architecture and surrounded by vineyards.

The tranquil drive through the Wairarapa prepares you for the fun of Wellington.

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Large collection of independent hotels.

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Hawkdun Rise

Hawkdun Rise

Boutique vineyard-stay near the town of Alexandra.