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

238.9 miles 384.4 km · straight line
370 miles actual route 595.4 km · driving distance
10h 49min estimated drive time
NZD 104 - NZD 129 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
41° NE bearing direction

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

The distance from Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand to Taupo is 238.9 miles (384.4 km) as the crow flies. Taupo is located NE of Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand. By car, the driving distance is approximately 370 miles, taking about 10h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in New Zealand — Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand in Tasman District and Taupo in Waikato Region.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

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

How to Get from Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand to Taupo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 49min NZD 104 - NZD 129 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 59min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~10h 17min $44–$130* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand
41.33°S, 173.18°E
Pacific/Auckland
10m elevation
Taupo
38.68°S, 176.08°E
Pacific/Auckland
405m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM