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Nelson, Nelson, Nelson City, New Zealand :

Nelson - city ​​with 59,200 inhabitant. . Its time zone Pacific/Auckland, it is located at medium height 0 meters, its location - latitude -41.2707800 and longitude 173.2840400.

Location and geographical location of Nelson :

Country flag
Location Nelson
State Nelson
County Nelson City
Country New Zealand
Country code / ISO 2 NZ
Latitude -41.2707800
Longitude 173.2840400
Altitude 0 meters
Time zone Pacific/Auckland

Routes and distances from Nelson to a selection of major cities :

List of the most important federal and national cities with distances and itineraries from Nelson (Nelson, Nelson City, New Zealand).

How to get from Nelson to the main cities of Nelson


Calculation of distances and directions from Nelson to major US cities.

  • Auckland (E7), 417,910 inhabitants. 509 km
  • Wellington (G2), 381,900 inhabitants. 125 km
  • Christchurch (E9), 363,926 inhabitants. 257 km
  • Manukau City (E7), 362,000 inhabitants. 496 km
  • Waitakere (E7), 208,100 inhabitants. 499 km
  • North Shore (E7), 207,865 inhabitants. 514 km
  • Hamilton (G1), 152,641 inhabitants. 424 km
  • Dunedin (F7), 114,347 inhabitants. 559 km
  • Tauranga (E8), 110,338 inhabitants. 470 km
  • Lower Hutt (G2), 101,194 inhabitants. 137 km
  • Palmerston North (F3), 75,996 inhabitants. 221 km
  • Rotorua (E8), 65,901 inhabitants. 431 km
  • Hastings (F2), 61,696 inhabitants. 352 km
  • Napier (F2), 56,787 inhabitants. 366 km
  • Mangere (E7), 55,266 inhabitants. 496 km
  • Porirua (G2), 50,914 inhabitants. 132 km
  • Whangarei (F6), 50,900 inhabitants. 623 km

Distances from Nelson to regional and border cities :

This section lists the distances from Nelson (Nelson, Nelson City, New Zealand) to the nearest regional cities. By clicking on the appropriate links, you will get a route between Nelson and neighboring major cities (national and transboundary). Travel calmly!

  • Wellington, 381,900 inhabitants. :
    125 km
  • Lower Hutt, 101,194 inhabitants. :
    137 km
  • Christchurch, 363,926 inhabitants. :
    257 km
  • Lower Hutt, 101,194 inhabitants. :
    137 km
  • New Plymouth, 49,168 inhabitants. :
    255 km
  • Blenheim, 26,550 inhabitants. :
    62 km
  • Taupo, 22,469 inhabitants. :
    374 km
  • Waitara, 6,318 inhabitants. :
    265 km
  • Westport, 3,629 inhabitants. :
    150 km
  • Turangi, 3,401 inhabitants. :
    333 km
  • Hokitika, 3,401 inhabitants. :
    250 km
  • Picton, 3,000 inhabitants. :
    61 km

Airports nearby Nelson :

  • Nelson (airport)
    (6 km)
  • Nemona Airstrip
    (219 km)
  • Mawhera Airstrip
    (201 km)
  • Lake Station Aerodrome
    (70 km)
  • Hawera Aerodrome
    (209 km)
  • Wanganui (airport)
    (207 km)
  • Paraparaumu (airport)
    (149 km)
  • Motueka Aerodrome
    (30 km)
  • Omaka Aerodrome
    (61 km)
  • Wellington International (airport)
    (127 km)
  • Kaikoura Aerodrome
    (132 km)
  • Westport (airport)
    (151 km)
  • Woodbourne (airport)
    (56 km)
  • Picton Aerodrome
    (57 km)
  • Takaka (airport)
    (66 km)

Find a train station near Nelson :

  • Appleby
    13 km
  • Motupiko
    43 km
  • Lake Grassmere
    86 km
  • Mokihinui
    115 km
  • Rahui
    129 km
  • Conns Creek
    135 km
  • Melling Station
    136 km
  • Claverley
    149 km
  • Waitahu
    150 km
  • Ferniehurst
    152 km

Find a hotel in Nelson

Kershaw House


Set amongst lush gardens, the historic Kershaw House, built in the 1920s, offers lovely guest rooms with included gourmet breakfast and free Wi-Fi. It is just 10 minutes’ drive from Tahunanui Beach. This hotel is located 11.51 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.5 star property has 4 rooms. You can book a room from 184 NZD.

Location :
Kershaw House
10 Wensley Road
7020 Nelson

Book a room from 184 NZD

Saxton Lodge Motel


Saxton Lodge Motel is centrally located between Richmond and Stoke, New Zealand, directly opposite Saxton Field. It is only 3-minutes’ drive to Stoke or Richmond, 15-minutes’ drive to Nelson city centre and 30-minutes’ drive to Motueka. This hotel is located 8.27 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 48 rooms. You can book a room from 145 NZD.

Location :
Saxton Lodge Motel
103 Saxton Road East, Stoke
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 145 NZD

The Honest Lawyer Country Pub


Located 2.6 km from World of Wearable Art & Classic Cars Museum, The Honest Lawyer Country Pub in Nelson has a garden and bar. The property is around 5 km from Tahunanui Beach and 8 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson. This hotel is located 6.69 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 13 rooms. You can book a room from 92.07 NZD.

Location :
The Honest Lawyer Country Pub
1 Point Road Monaco
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 92.07 NZD

Monaco Resort Apartment


Situated 2.8 km from World of Wearable Art & Classic Cars Museum in Nelson, Monaco Resort Apartment offers accommodation with a kitchen. The apartment is 6 km from Tahunanui Beach. The apartment features a flat-screen TV and a living room. This hotel is located 6.59 from the city center Nelson.

This 3.0 star property has 1 rooms. You can book a room from 394.5 NZD.

Location :
Monaco Resort Apartment
6 Point Road Apartment 502
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 394.5 NZD

Grand Mercure Nelson Monaco


Overlooking the Waimea Inlet, The Grand Mercure Nelson Monaco is an English-style resort featuring an onsite restaurant, The Monaco Kitchen as well as ample free parking and free WiFi. This hotel is located 6.57 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.5 star property has 85 rooms. You can book a room from 125 NZD.

Location :
Grand Mercure Nelson Monaco
6 Point Road, Monaco
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 125 NZD

Woodstock Suite


Just 10 minutes' drive from Tahunanui Beach, Woodstock Suite offers picturesque gardens and BBQ facilities. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the solar heated outdoor pool. Free WiFi is included. This hotel is located 7.64 from the city center Nelson.

This 5.0 star property has 1 rooms. You can book a room from 135 NZD.

Location :
Woodstock Suite
79 Covent drive
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 135 NZD

Holland House Bed & Breakfast


Situated in Nelson, Holland House Bed & Breakfast features mountain views and free WiFi, 2.2 km from World of Wearable Art & Classic Cars Museum and 5 km from Tahunanui Beach. The accommodation has a hot tub. This hotel is located 6.65 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 2 rooms. You can book a room from 200 NZD.

Location :
Holland House Bed & Breakfast
14 Aldinga Avenue - Stoke
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 200 NZD

Boutique Motel


Offering free Wi-Fi, Boutique Motel features 10 quiet, modern, air-conditioned units, centrally located between Nelson and Richmond. Guests enjoy free access to bicycles, a DVD library and barbecue facilities. This hotel is located 6.48 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.5 star property has 11 rooms. You can book a room from 115 NZD.

Location :
Boutique Motel
7 Bail Street
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 115 NZD

Greens Motel


Centrally located between Nelson and Richmond, Greens Motel offers self-contained studios and apartments with kitchenette facilities and a patio or balcony. Free airport transfers are available from 7:30 am. Guests enjoy free WiFi. This hotel is located 4.74 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 18 rooms. You can book a room from 159 NZD.

Location :
Greens Motel
36 Golf Haven Way, Tahunanui
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 159 NZD

Seaside Tahuna


Within 1.5 km of Tahunanui Beach and 3.2 km of World of Wearable Art & Classic Cars Museum, Seaside Tahuna offers free WiFi and barbecue facilities. This holiday home is 6 km from Trafalgar Park and 6 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson. This hotel is located 4.43 from the city center Nelson.

This 3.0 star property has 1 rooms. You can book a room from 101.5 NZD.

Location :
Seaside Tahuna
142, Parkers Road, Tahunanui 3
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 101.5 NZD

Bay Crest Motor Lodge


The modern and spacious Bay Crest Motor Lodge is located in the heart of Tahunanui with its cafes, restaurants and bars. It is also close to Tahunanui Beach. Guests enjoy free WiFi access. This hotel is located 4.35 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.5 star property has 10 rooms. You can book a room from 130 NZD.

Location :
Bay Crest Motor Lodge
87 Golf Road
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 130 NZD

Beachside Villas Motel


Just 10 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, this motel features free Wi-Fi and a swimming pool. All accommodation offers a balcony or patio. This hotel is located 4.23 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.5 star property has 7 rooms. You can book a room from 138 NZD.

Location :
Beachside Villas Motel
71 Golf Road
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 138 NZD

Arcadia Motel


Arcadia Motel is situated just 3 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach. It has a solar-heated swimming pool and rooms with well-equipped kitchens. WiFi access is free. This hotel is located 4.02 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 12 rooms. You can book a room from 134.32 NZD.

Location :
Arcadia Motel
36 Golf Road, Tahunanui
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 134.32 NZD

ASURE Fountain Resort Motel


Situated only 5 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, ASURE Fountain Resort Motel offers a large solar-heated swimming pool and barbecue area. Guests enjoy free WiFi. This hotel is located 4.08 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 12 rooms. You can book a room from 150 NZD.

Location :
ASURE Fountain Resort Motel
77 Green Street, Tahunanui
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 150 NZD

Courtesy Court Motel


Just 1 km from Tahunanui Beach, Courtesy Court Motel boasts an outdoor pool, barbecue facilities and a children’s playground. It offers self-contained accommodation with a full kitchen. This hotel is located 3.97 from the city center Nelson.

This 3.0 star property has 15 rooms. You can book a room from 90 NZD.

Location :
Courtesy Court Motel
30 Golf Road
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 90 NZD

Arrow Motel Apartments


Just 5 minutes' walk from the popular Tahunanui Beach, Arrow Motel Apartments boasts modern accommodation with free WiFi, cooking facilities and cable TV. Guests enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, a children’s play area and BBQ facilities. This hotel is located 3.94 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.5 star property has 13 rooms. You can book a room from 130 NZD.

Location :
Arrow Motel Apartments
24 Golf Road, Tahunanui
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 130 NZD

Tahuna Beach Kiwi Holiday Park and Motel


Located in Nelson, Tahuna Beach Kiwi Holiday Park and Motel is 10 minutes' walk from Tahuna Beach. Onsite recreation facilities include a 2km fitness track, mini golf, numerous children's playgrounds and a guest lounge with satellite TV. This hotel is located 3.73 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 22 rooms. You can book a room from 117 NZD.

Location :
Tahuna Beach Kiwi Holiday Park and Motel
70 Beach Road Tahunanui Nelson
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 117 NZD

Balmoral Motel


Just 500 metres from Tahunanui Beach, Balmoral Motel boasts a solar-heated outdoor pool and self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Free parking is available on site. This hotel is located 3.65 from the city center Nelson.

This 3.5 star property has 14 rooms. You can book a room from 120.8 NZD.

Location :
Balmoral Motel
47 Muritai Street
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 120.8 NZD

Amber Court Motel


Just 5 minutes' drive from Tahunanui Beach and Nelson Airport, Amber Court Motel offers ground floor accommodation offering a 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels. This hotel is located 4.01 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 16 rooms. You can book a room from 108 NZD.

Location :
Amber Court Motel
190 Annesbrook Drive
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 108 NZD

Bella Vista Motel Nelson


Bella Vista Motel Nelson offers self-contained accommodation with satellite TV, only a 5-minute drive from Tahunanui Beach. Transfers to and from Nelson Airport are available for guests, subject to availability. This hotel is located 3.91 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 18 rooms. You can book a room from 111.2 NZD.

Location :
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
178 Tahunanui Drive
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 111.2 NZD

Kea Apartments


Newly designed and refurnished in 2016, Kea Apartments feature luxury bedding and designer furniture. The property offers a range of room types including suites, apartments and double rooms. This hotel is located 3.45 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.5 star property has 10 rooms. You can book a room from 93.5 NZD.

Location :
Kea Apartments
33 Muritai Street, Tahunanui
7001 Nelson

Book a room from 93.5 NZD

Abelia Motor Lodge


Just 10 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, Abelia Motor Lodge offers self-contained accommodation with beautiful views over the mountains and Abel Tasman National Park. This hotel is located 3.62 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 12 rooms. You can book a room from 115 NZD.

Location :
Abelia Motor Lodge
121 Tahunanui Drive
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 115 NZD

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge


Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge is situated in Tahunanui, just 600 metres from the beach. It offers air-conditioned studios and suites with free WiFi. Every Tuscany Gardens unit has modern furnishings, a DVD player and an LCD TV with satellite channels. This hotel is located 3.48 from the city center Nelson.

This 4.0 star property has 12 rooms. You can book a room from 135.52 NZD.

Location :
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
80 Tahunanui Drive, Tahunanui
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 135.52 NZD

The Beachcomber Hotel & Conference Centre


Just a short walk away from Tahunanui Beach, The Beachcomber Hotel & Conference Centre offers free Wi-Fi and a heated swimming pool. Nelson Airport is 3 km away. This hotel is located 3.28 from the city center Nelson.

This 3.5 star property has 47 rooms. You can book a room from 99 NZD.

Location :
The Beachcomber Hotel & Conference Centre
23 Beach Road
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 99 NZD

Apex Motorlodge


Located 5 minutes' walk to the beautiful Tahunanui beach and 8 minute' drive to central Nelson, Apex Motorlodge offers an outdoor swimming pool. Local shops, cafes and restaurants are within walking distance. This hotel is located 3.31 from the city center Nelson.

This 3.5 star property has 12 rooms. You can book a room from 110 NZD.

Location :
Apex Motorlodge
16 Muritai Street, Tahunanui
7011 Nelson

Book a room from 110 NZD