New Plymouth to Palmerston North: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Plymouth from Palmerston North?

The distance from New Plymouth to Palmerston North is 120.5 miles (194 km) as the crow flies. Palmerston North is located SE of New Plymouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 143.4 miles, taking about 3h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in New Zealand — New Plymouth in Taranaki Region and Palmerston North in Manawatu-Wanganui.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 New Plymouth and Palmerston North. 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.