New Plymouth to Rangiora: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Plymouth from Rangiora?

The distance from New Plymouth to Rangiora is 303 miles (487.6 km) as the crow flies. Rangiora is located SSW of New Plymouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 476.6 miles, taking about 12h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in New Zealand — New Plymouth in Taranaki Region and Rangiora in Canterbury.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for New Plymouth and Rangiora. 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.