What are the Fiji Driving Times?
A self-drive holiday is an amazing way to experience all that Fiji has to offer: sandy beaches, picture-perfect coastlines, lush green islands, quaint villages, friendly locals and more! When planning your Fiji road trip, you’re going to want to know how long you will be driving. This article on the driving times in Fiji will give you an idea of the driving times on the most popular road trip routes, from the Queens Road and the Kings Road on Viti Levu to the Hibiscus Highway on Vanua Levu.
Before you book your car rental, make sure to check out our The Best Car Rentals in Fiji, as well as How to Save Money on Car Rental in Fiji.
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3 Things You Need to Know About the Fiji Driving Times
We always recommend planning a little extra time on top of the estimated driving times in Fiji, for the following reasons:
- The maximum driving speed in Fiji is 80 kph (50 mph), so the same distance cannot be achieved as quickly as in other countries where the top speed is higher.
- In addition to the above point, many locals drive pretty slowly, which might slow you down.
- If you ask a local how long it takes to drive somewhere, take it with a pinch of salt. Everyone is on “Fiji time“.
Needless to say, you’ll be driving at a slow speed in Fiji and will be taking it easy. Personally, that’s what we love about a road trip in Fiji! For more driving tips, see How to Drive in Fiji + 10 Essential Road Rules.
© FijiPocketGuide.comHow Long Does it Take to Drive Around Viti Levu?
The total driving time to circumnavigate Viti Levu (the main island) is approximately 8-10 hours, which is typically spread out over multiple days. Specifically:
- The Queens Road (southern route) from Nadi to Suva takes about 3-4 hours to drive.
- The Kings Road (northern route) from Suva to Lautoka is longer at about 5-6 hours.
Total Distance
The total distance around Viti Levu is approximately 500 km (310 mi).
© FijiPocketGuide.comFiji Driving Times on the Queens Road (Southern Viti Levu)
Following the south coast of Viti Levu, the Queens Road has to be the most popular road trip route in Fiji! While the Queens Road spans from Lautoka to Suva, most travellers prefer to start their journey in Nadi, making their way along the stunning Coral Coast, through the adventure capital of the Pacific Harbour and onto Fiji’s capital city Suva. For those of you giving in to the lure of the spectacular Queens Road, here are some typical driving times.
Note that some of these destinations are a short detour off the Queens Road.
Nadi Town to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Lautoka – 33 km / 20.5 mi / 35 mins
Denarau – 7 km / 4.4 mi / 15 mins
Sanasana – 45 km / 28 mi / 45 mins
Sigatoka – 55 km / 34.2 mi / 55 mins
Korotoga – 47 km / 29.2 mi / 1 hr 5 mins
Pacific Harbour – 140 km / 87 mi / 2 hrs 20 mins
Suva – 186 km / 115.5 mi / 3 hrs 10 mins
Sigatoka to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Lautoka – 70 km / 43.5 mi / 1 hr 40 mins
Nadi – 33 km / 20.5 mi / 35 mins
Denarau – 67 km / 41.6 mi / 1 hr 15 mins
Sanasana – 33 km / 20.5 mi / 30 mins
Korotoga – 7 km / 4.3 mi / 10 mins
Pacific Harbour – 80 km / 50 mi / 1 hr 20 mins
Suva – 126 km / 78.3 mi / 2 hrs 15 mins
Pacific Harbour to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Lautoka – 170 km / 105.6 mi / 2 hrs 55 mins
Nadi – 140 km / 87 mi / 2 hrs 20 mins
Denarau – 146 km / 90.7 mi / 2 hrs 30 mins
Sanasana – 112 km / 69.6 mi / 1 hr 55 mins
Sigatoka – 80 km / 50 mi / 1 hr 20 mins
Korotoga – 73 km / 45.3 mi / 1 hr 15 mins
Suva – 50 km / 31 mi / 55 mins
Suva to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Lautoka – 216 km / 134.2 mi / 3 hrs 40 mins
Nadi – 186 km / 115.5 mi / 3 hrs 10 mins
Denarau – 193 km / 120 mi / 3 hrs 20 mins
Sanasana – 159 km / 98.8 mi / 2 hrs 45 mins
Sigatoka – 126 km / 78.3 mi / 2 hrs 15 mins
Korotoga – 119 km / 73.9 mi / 2 hrs 10 mins
Pacific Harbour – 50 km / 31 mi / 55 mins
For more information on driving the Queens Road, check out our Best 7-Day Itineraries for Fiji.
© FijiPocketGuide.comFiji Driving Times on the Kings Road (Northern Viti Levu)
For those wanting to discover the hidden gems of Fiji, don’t miss the Kings Road! This road follows the north coast of Viti Levu between Lautoka and Suva. It’s often described as the “scenic route” in Fiji, taking you along the Suncoast and through Viti Levu’s scenic interior following meandering rivers. If the Kings Road appeals to your adventurous side, then these are the typical driving times you need to know.
Lautoka to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Ba – 37 km / 23.6 mi / 45 mins
Rakiraki – 93 km / 57.8 mi / 1 hr 40 mins
Korovou – 202 km / 125.5 mi / 3 hrs 20 mins
Nausori – 240 km / 149.1 mi / 4 hrs 5 mins
Suva – 250 km / 155.3 mi / 4 hrs 20 mins
Ba to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Lautoka – 37 km / 23.6 mi / 45 mins
Rakiraki – 57 km / 35.4 mi / 1 hr
Korovou – 166 km / 103.1 mi / 2 hrs 40 mins
Nausori – 201 km / 125 mi / 3 hrs 20 mins
Suva – 213 km / 132.4 mi / 3 hrs 40 mins
Rakiraki to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Lautoka – 93 km / 57.8 mi / 1 hr 40 mins
Ba – 57 km / 35.4 mi / 1 hr
Korovou – 112 km / 70 mi / 1 hr 50 mins
Nausori – 147 km / 91.3 mi / 2 hrs 30 mins
Suva – 160 km / 99.4 mi / 2 hrs 45 mins
Suva to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Lautoka – 250 km / 155.3 mi / 4 hrs 20 mins
Ba – 213 km / 132.4 mi / 3 hrs 40 mins
Rakiraki – 160 km / 99.4 mi / 2 hrs 45 mins
Korovou – 47 km / 29.2 mi / 1 hr 15 mins
Nausori – 21 km / 13 mi / 40 mins
Again, check out our Best 7-Day Itineraries for Fiji for road trip itineraries.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDriving Times on Vanua Levu
While most of Fiji’s roads are found on Viti Levu, Fiji’s second-largest island, Vanua Levu, also has a few roads and car rental companies, so you can start exploring more off-the-beaten-track. With often open roads and fewer tourists, hitting the Cross Island Road or Hibiscus Highway on Vanua Levu is a must-do for any travellers looking for an alternative self-drive experience in Fiji. Here are the main destinations you will be driving between on Vanua Levu.
How Long Does it Take to Drive Around Vanua Levu?
It takes approximately 4 hrs 30 mins to drive the main roads of Vanua Levu, which covers around 290 km (180 mi) and some backtracking to get between Buca Bay, Savusavu, Labasa and Nabouwalu.
Labasa to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Savusavu – 85 km / 52.8 mi / 1 hr 25 mins
Buca Bay – 154 km / 95.7 mi / 2 hrs 30 mins
Nabouwalu – 135 km / 84.0 mi / 1 hr 55 mins
Savusavu to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Labasa – 85 km / 52.8 mi / 1 hr 25 mins
Buca Bay – 70 km / 43.5 mi / 1 hr 5 mins
Nabouwalu – 141 km / 87.6 mi / 2 hrs 0 mins
Nabouwalu to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Labasa – 135 km / 84.0 mi / 1 hr 55 mins
Savusavu – 141 km / 87.6 mi / 2 hrs 0 mins
Buca Bay – 211 km / 131.0 mi / 3 hrs 5 mins
Buca Bay to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Labasa – 154 km / 95.7 mi / 2 hrs 30 mins
Savusavu – 70 km / 43.5 mi / 1 hr 5 mins
Nabouwalu – 211 km / 131.0 mi / 3 hrs 5 mins
Check out a day trip itinerary in the 5 Best Day Trips in Savusavu & Vanua Levu.
© FijiPocketGuide.comDriving Times on Taveuni
Taveuni’s coastal road stretches for approximately 60 km (37 mi), but it doesn’t fully circumnavigate the island, so you’ll need to do some backtracking. Remember that GPS can be a bit buggy here due to the International Date Line passing through Taveuni – you might find your maps ending or beginning right in the middle of the island! There’s a small selection of car rentals available, and you’ll be pleased to know that the road is sealed between Lavena and just past Taveuni Dive Resort. So, get ready for a scenic drive, but don’t expect to circle the entire island in one go!
How Long Does it Take to Drive Around Taveuni?
It takes approximately 1 hr 45 mins to drive the main coastal road of Taveuni, which covers around 60 km (37 mi).
Matei to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Lavena – 27 km / 17 mi / 45 mins
Bouma – 21 km / 13 mi / 35 mins
Waiyevo – 20 km / 12 mi / 20 mins
Wairiki – 24 km / 15 mi / 24 mins
Vuna – 42 km / 26 mi / 60 mins
Lavena to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Matei – 27 km / 17 mi / 45 mins
Bouma – 7 km / 4 mi / 15 mins
Waiyevo – 42 km / 26 mi / 1 hr 5 mins
Wairiki – 46 km / 29 mi / 1 hr 10 mins
Vuna – 59 km / 37 mi / 1 hr 45 mins
Bouma to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Matei – 21 km / 13 mi / 35 mins
Lavena – 7 km / 4 mi / 15 mins
Waiyevo – 35 km / 22 mi / 55 mins
Wairiki – 39 km / 24 mi / 1 hr 3 mins
Vuna – 52 km / 32 mi / 1 hr 38 mins
Waiyevo to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Matei – 20 km / 12 mi / 20 mins
Lavena – 42 km / 26 mi / 1 hr 5 mins
Bouma – 35 km / 22 mi / 55 mins
Wairiki – 4 km / 2 mi / 10 mins
Vuna – 22 km / 14 mi / 40 mins
Wairiki to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Matei – 24 km / 15 mi / 24 mins
Lavena – 46 km / 29 mi / 1 hr 10 mins
Bouma – 39 km / 24 mi / 1 hr 3 mins
Waiyevo – 4 km / 2 mi / 10 mins
Vuna – 18 km / mi / 30 mins
Vuna to: (Kilometres / Miles / Minutes)
Matei – 42 km / 26 mi / 60 mins
Lavena – 59 km / 37 mi / 1 hr 45 mins
Bouma – 52 km / 32 mi / 1 hr 38 mins
Waiyevo – 22 km / 14 mi / 40 mins
Wairiki – 18 km / mi / 30 mins
Check out a day trip itinerary in The Best Day Trips on Taveuni.
More About the Driving Times in Fiji
That’s it for our guide to driving times and distances in Fiji. For more driving tips, take a look at the following:
Now that you know about the driving times in Fiji, find out what to do in Fiji for specific amounts of time in: The Best Fiji Itineraries for 2 Weeks, The Best Fiji Itineraries for 1 Week, The Best Fiji Itineraries for 5 Days and The Best Fiji Itineraries for a Weekend.
Sources:
The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Fiji and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:
- Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
- Tourism Fiji (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Immigration (Visa and immigration advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Revenue & Customs Service (Customs and visitor taxes - Updated [2025])
- Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Bureau of Statistics (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
- SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])
- Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
- Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
- Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
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