Abel Tasman to New Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

143.3 miles 230.6 km · straight line
388.7 miles actual route 625.6 km · driving distance
11h 42min estimated drive time
NZD 110 - NZD 135 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
25° NNE bearing direction

How far is Abel Tasman from New Plymouth?

The distance from Abel Tasman to New Plymouth is 143.3 miles (230.6 km) as the crow flies. New Plymouth is located NNE of Abel Tasman. By car, the driving distance is approximately 388.7 miles, taking about 11h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in New Zealand.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abel Tasman and New Plymouth. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Abel Tasman to New Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 42min NZD 110 - NZD 135 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 2min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~11h 7min $47–$136* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Abel Tasman & New Plymouth

Quick Facts

Abel Tasman
40.95°S, 172.95°E
Pacific/Auckland
0m elevation
New Plymouth
39.07°S, 174.08°E
Pacific/Auckland
64m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 173.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM