Live Wellington & Kapiti Coast Transit Monitoring
Navigate the windy city with our comprehensive network of Wellington traffic cameras. Centered around the primary corridors of SH1 and SH2 and the vital links between the CBD and the Hutt Valley, these real-time feeds provide essential visibility into road conditions across the capital region. Whether you're a daily commuter through the Terrace Tunnel or heading up the Kapiti Coast, TrafficVision offers instant access to official Waka Kotahi (NZTA) feeds 24/7.
VIEW LIVE CAMERAS →SH1 Ngauranga Gorge
Monitor the most critical transit point in Wellington. The Ngauranga Gorge connects SH1 and SH2 and handles over 65,000 vehicles daily. Our live feeds provide a real-time view of congestion, accidents, and lane status, allowing you to time your entry into the city perfectly.
Terrace & Mt Victoria Tunnels
Get a street-level view of the city's primary urban bottlenecks. Our feeds cover the Terrace Tunnel and Mt Victoria Tunnel portals, helping you navigate the dense urban traffic during the morning and afternoon rush hours.
SH2 Hutt Road & Petone
Stay updated on the primary link connecting Wellington to the Hutt Valley. Our network includes cameras along the SH2 corridor and the Petone foreshore, providing visibility into commuter flow and maritime weather impacts along the harbour.
Official NZTA Feeds
Access high-quality, real-time images directly from the Waka Kotahi (NZ Transport Agency) monitoring system.
Wind & Weather Alerts
Monitor road conditions during Wellington's frequent high-wind events, essential for visual confirmation of bridge and tunnel safety.
Interactive Regional Map
View Wellington cameras in context with the broader New Zealand network on our searchable map.
Mobile Optimized
Check Capital road conditions on the go from any device with our fast-loading, responsive platform.
The Strategic Importance of Wellington's Road Network
Wellington serves as the critical transportation crossroads of the southern North Island. Its geography, defined by steep hills and a deep-water harbour, creates unique transportation challenges with a limited number of arterial routes. The Ngauranga Gorge is the heart of this system, serving as the primary link for the majority of the region's transit and managing the flow of tens of thousands of commuters daily.
According to data from Waka Kotahi (NZTA), the highways in the Wellington area handle intense daily traffic, with peak intensity on the SH1 corridor near the city center reaching record levels during the morning rush. Real-time visual monitoring via TrafficVision is the most effective tool for drivers to navigate the frequent bottlenecks at the tunnel portals and identify the best times for regional departures.
Plan Your Capital Commute
Avoid the gorge gridlock. Use our interactive route builder to see every live camera along your drive from the Hutt Valley or Porirua into the CBD.
BUILD YOUR ROUTE →Safety and Environmental Monitoring
Road safety is a continuous priority in the New Zealand transport system, particularly on the high-speed motorway network and the weather-sensitive coastal routes. By utilizing our Grid View, commuters and visitors can monitor multiple cameras along SH1 or SH2 simultaneously, identifying accidents, stalled vehicles, or weather-related hazards like heavy rain or high-wind gusts.
Research into New Zealand traffic management highlights that real-time camera access is a vital component of driver awareness and incident response. In Wellington, where sudden changes in weather can rapidly impact road capacity and visibility, this visual intelligence is a critical safety component for millions of annual kilometers driven in the region.
Seasonal Patterns and Commuting
Traffic in the Wellington region follows a highly predictable rhythm driven by the capital's economic and political cycles.
- Morning Rush: Intense inbound volume toward the CBD starting as early as 6:30 AM on SH1 and SH2.
- Afternoon Rush: Reciprocal outbound surges heading toward the residential districts of the Hutt Valley, Porirua, and the Kapiti Coast.
- Event Traffic: Significant surges during major regional events at the stadium or city center waterfront.
Can I see traffic conditions inside the Terrace Tunnel?
Yes! Our interactive map provides coverage of the portals and approach roads for the Terrace Tunnel, helping you spot congestion at one of the primary urban bottlenecks.
How often do the Wellington cameras update?
Most cameras provided by Waka Kotahi refresh every 60-120 seconds, with higher-frequency updates available at major motorway interchanges.
Is there a cost to access the New Zealand traffic camera network?
No. TrafficVision provides 100% free access to all live feeds in Wellington and across New Zealand. No subscription or registration is required.
Explore the Shores of the Capital
Wellington is the gateway to the South. From the harbour views to the mountain passes, monitor road conditions across the region with our comprehensive live camera platform.
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