New Plymouth to Tauranga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Plymouth from Tauranga?

The distance from New Plymouth to Tauranga is 147.8 miles (237.8 km) as the crow flies. Tauranga is located NE of New Plymouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 193.7 miles, taking about 4h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in New Zealand — New Plymouth in Taranaki Region and Tauranga in Bay of Plenty.

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 Tauranga. 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.