We'd read in some stupid guide books (2 separate ones, in fact) that it …

We stayed in Queenstown and in a rental made the drive to Milford.

Otherwise you can Queenstown to Milford Sound is one of the best road trips in New Zealand and a trip of a lifetime for many travelers who come to this remote country. In New Zealand, this is a big deal – we don’t have German autobahns. After about 20 minutes driving out of Te Anau you will see the sign to Lake Mistletoe on your right hand side (New Zealand drives on the left side). Below is a snapshot of the time it takes and the route to go when travelling from Queenstown to Milford Sound on Google Maps.

Our guide to the 10 hour return drive to Milford Sound. It was even voted the world's top travel destination in the 2008 Traveler's Choice Destinations Awards, so we knew to expect something special.

Milford Sound is one of the highlights of any visit to Fiordland National Park. If you have limited time a non-stop direct drive from Te Anau to Milford Sound takes at least two hours Milford Sound is a long way from anywhere.

I've been warned that the drive from Queenstown to Milford Sound is not an easy drive. But do keep in mind that this is a 600 kms drive.

Self-Drive – Getting from Queenstown to Milford Sound. The journey from Te Anau to Milford Sound and back is 240km (144 miles) long. If you plan to stop at the many scenic sights along the way, do short walks and a boat cruise in Milford Sound, you need to set aside a whole day. Getting From Queenstown to Milford Sound. May I know if the tough part is from Queenstown - Te Anau or Te Anau - Milford Sound? Queenstown to Milford Sound Drive. Milford Sound is well worth the day trip!! You can get petrol only at Gunn’s Camp in Hollyford Valley which is a detour from Milford Road.

Whether you are driving from Queenstown to Milford Sound or start off your journey in Te Anau, the first stop on your drive to Milford Sound is Lake Mistletoe. Adventure Editorial Inspiration. The most popular gateway is Queenstown, a beautiful lakeside town surrounded by mountains and also the adrenaline capital of New Zealand.

Or the whole drive?

Queenstown to Te Anau = 2 hours driving (185 km) Te Anau to Milford Sound = 2 hours driving (121 km) Make sure you have a full tank of fuel before leaving Te Anau as there are no fuel stations until Milford Sound. We do have a car but there's only 2 drivers (4 of us) and they are not that experienced to take on this drive if it is dangerous / tricky drive.. You can also do a day tour to Milford Sound in your own rental car.