How far is Australia from New Zealand by sea?


How far is Australia from New Zealand by sea? New Zealand is not physically a part of Australia but separated from Australia by the Tasman Sea. The distance between Australia and New Zealand is approximately 1,500km (932 miles) at the closest point between the Australian island state of Tasmania and New Zealand's South Island.


Can I drive from Australia to New Zealand?

“I suggest you consult a travel agent to arrange your flights, bookings and rental cars. You cannot drive the Tasman Sea between Australia and [New Zealand].”


Is there free travel between New Zealand and Australia?

The Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement (TTTA) is an arrangement between Australia and New Zealand which allows for the free movement of citizens of one of these countries to the other.