New Plymouth to Taupo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Plymouth from Taupo?

The distance from New Plymouth to Taupo is 110.8 miles (178.3 km) as the crow flies. Taupo is located ENE of New Plymouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 174 miles, taking about 3h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in New Zealand — New Plymouth in Taranaki Region and Taupo in Waikato 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. 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 Taupo. 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.