How to travel from New Plymouth to Blenheim, New Zealand
The distance between New Plymouth and Blenheim is around 365km (227 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 40m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from New Plymouth to Blenheim by bus, ferry, 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 Blenheim → New Plymouth if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from New Plymouth (NPL) to Blenheim (BHE).
- Duration1h 40m
- Flight time1h 25m
- Typical costNZ$255($155)
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Palmerston North and then to Wellington - Central then take a ferry to Picton.
- Duration10h 30m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costNZ$165($100)
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Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Otorohanga then take the train to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton.
- Duration13h 50m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costNZ$360($220)
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton.
- Duration8h 20m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical costNZ$150($90)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between New Plymouth and Blenheim
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from New Plymouth to Blenheim by bus, ferry, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around NZ$150 ($90) and will take around 8h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NZ$255 ($155).
The distance between New Plymouth and Blenheim is around 365km (227 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 273km (170 miles)
It takes around 10h 30m to get from New Plymouth and Blenheim by bus and ferry.
The quickest way to get from New Plymouth to Blenheim is to fly which takes around 1h 40m and will set you back approx NZ$255 ($155).
The cheapest way to travel between New Plymouth and Blenheim is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around NZ$150 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between New Plymouth and Blenheim. We recommend that you fly from New Plymouth (NPL) to Blenheim (BHE). instead which will take 1h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between New Plymouth and Blenheim. We recommend that you fly from New Plymouth (NPL) to Blenheim (BHE). instead which will take 1h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from New Plymouth and Blenheim. Flights depart from New Plymouth (NPL) and arrive at Blenheim (BHE) - via Wellington (WLG). The flight takes around 1h 25m.
There is no direct flight from New Plymouth to Blenheim. There is however a flight that goes via Wellington (WLG). This services will take at least 1h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from New Plymouth to Blenheim typically takes around 1h 25m. Flights depart from New Plymouth (NPL) and and arrive into Blenheim (BHE).
The closest major airport to Blenheim is Woodbourne Airport (BHE) (BHE) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Blenheim. Picton Aerodrome (PCN) (PCN) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) (WLG) 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 New Plymouth to Blenheim. We recommend that you take the bus to Palmerston North and then to Wellington - Central then take a ferry to Picton. instead which will take 10h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from New Plymouth to Blenheim is to take the bus and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 10h 30m and will usually cost around NZ$165 ($100).
Compare travel optionsbetween New Plymouth and Blenheim
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 1h 40m | NZ$255($155) | 4 times a week | 365km (227 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 10h 30m | NZ$165($100) | 4 times a week | 512km (318 miles) |
| Bus to Palmerston North, ferry | 10h 35m | NZ$165($100) | 4 times a week | 512km (318 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry | 13h 50m | NZ$360($220) | 3 times a week | 814km (506 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 8h 20m | NZ$150($90) | 4 times a day | 478km (297 miles) |
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Airports near Blenheim
The following major airports near Blenheim offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.
Woodbourne Airport (BHE)
- Distance
- 7km (4 miles) from Blenheim
Picton Aerodrome (PCN)
- Distance
- 19km (12 miles) from Blenheim
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
- Distance
- 74km (46 miles) from Blenheim