New Plymouth to Waitomo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Plymouth from Waitomo?

The distance from New Plymouth to Waitomo is 78.2 miles (125.8 km) as the crow flies. Waitomo is located NE of New Plymouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 113.1 miles, taking about 2h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in New Zealand.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Waitomo. 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.