New Plymouth to Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand: Road Trip Guide & Distance

163.7 miles 263.4 km · straight line
354.4 miles actual route 570.3 km · driving distance
10h 36min estimated drive time
NZD 100 - NZD 123 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
197° SSW bearing direction

How far is New Plymouth from Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand?

The distance from New Plymouth to Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand is 163.7 miles (263.4 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand is located SSW of New Plymouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 354.4 miles, taking about 10h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in New Zealand — New Plymouth in Taranaki Region and Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand in Tasman District.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for New Plymouth and Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand. 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 New Plymouth to Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 36min NZD 100 - NZD 123 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 43min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~10h 4min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Plymouth & Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand

Quick Facts

New Plymouth
39.07°S, 174.08°E
Pacific/Auckland
64m elevation
Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand
41.33°S, 173.18°E
Pacific/Auckland
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 152.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM