Masterton to New Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

155 miles 249.5 km · straight line
201.2 miles actual route 323.8 km · driving distance
4h 40min estimated drive time
NZD 57 - NZD 70 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
327° NNW bearing direction

How far is Masterton from New Plymouth?

The distance from Masterton to New Plymouth is 155 miles (249.5 km) as the crow flies. New Plymouth is located NNW of Masterton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 201.2 miles, taking about 4h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in New Zealand — Masterton in Wellington Region and New Plymouth in Taranaki Region.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Masterton 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 Masterton to New Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 40min NZD 57 - NZD 70 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 36min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~4h 26min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Masterton & New Plymouth

Quick Facts

Masterton
40.96°S, 175.66°E
Pacific/Auckland
103m 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 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 160.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM