How to travel from Blenheim to New Plymouth, New Zealand
The distance between Blenheim and New Plymouth is around 477km (297 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 30m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Blenheim to New Plymouth by ferry, bus, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out New Plymouth → Blenheim if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Blenheim (BHE) to New Plymouth (NPL).
- Duration2h 30m
- Flight time2h 15m
- Typical costNZ$305($185)
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Wellington - Central then take the bus to Palmerston North and then to New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY.
- Duration9h 30m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costNZ$160($95)
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Ferry, Train and Bus
Take a ferry to Wellington - Central then take the train to Palmerston North then take the bus to New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY.
- Duration9h 40m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costNZ$180($110)
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Wellington then drive to New Plymouth.
- Duration8h 30m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical costNZ$150($90)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Blenheim and New Plymouth
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Blenheim to New Plymouth by ferry, bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around NZ$150 ($90) and will take around 8h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NZ$305 ($185).
The distance between Blenheim and New Plymouth is around 477km (297 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 273km (170 miles)
It takes around 9h 30m to get from Blenheim and New Plymouth by ferry and bus.
The quickest way to get from Blenheim to New Plymouth is to fly which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx NZ$305 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Blenheim and New Plymouth is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around NZ$150 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Blenheim and New Plymouth. We recommend that you fly from Blenheim (BHE) to New Plymouth (NPL). instead which will take 2h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Blenheim and New Plymouth. We recommend that you fly from Blenheim (BHE) to New Plymouth (NPL). instead which will take 2h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Blenheim and New Plymouth. Flights depart from Blenheim (BHE) and arrive at New Plymouth (NPL) - via Auckland (AKL). The flight takes around 2h 15m.
There is no direct flight from Blenheim to New Plymouth. There is however a flight that goes via Auckland (AKL). This services will take at least 2h 30m (not including layover time).
The flight from Blenheim to New Plymouth typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Blenheim (BHE) and and arrive into New Plymouth (NPL).
The closest major airport to New Plymouth is New Plymouth Airport (NPL) (NPL) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from New Plymouth. Palmerston North International Airport (PMR) (PMR) and Rotorua International Airport (ROT) (ROT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Blenheim to New Plymouth. We recommend that you take a ferry to Wellington - Central then take the bus to Palmerston North and then to New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY. instead which will take 9h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Blenheim to New Plymouth is to take a ferry and then take the bus which takes, on average, 9h 30m and will usually cost around NZ$160 ($95).
Compare travel optionsbetween Blenheim and New Plymouth
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 2h 30m | NZ$305($185) | 4 times a week | 757km (470 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 2 similar | 9h 30m | NZ$160($95) | 4 times a week | 510km (317 miles) |
| Ferry to Wellington - Central, bus | 9h 40m | NZ$160($95) | 4 times a week | 512km (318 miles) |
| Ferry to Wellington, bus | 10h 10m | NZ$160($100) | 4 times a week | 508km (315 miles) |
Ferry, Train and Bus | 9h 40m | NZ$180($110) | 4 times a week | 508km (316 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 8h 30m | NZ$150($90) | every 20 mins | 477km (297 miles) |
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Airports near New Plymouth
The following major airports near New Plymouth offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
- Distance
- 10km (6 miles) from New Plymouth
Palmerston North International Airport (PMR)
- Distance
- 193km (120 miles) from New Plymouth
Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
- Distance
- 221km (137 miles) from New Plymouth