How to travel from New Plymouth to Dunedin, New Zealand
The distance between New Plymouth and Dunedin is around 937km (582 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 5m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from New Plymouth to Dunedin by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Dunedin → New Plymouth if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from New Plymouth (NPL) to Dunedin (DUD).
- Duration3h 5m
- Flight time2h 15m
- Typical costNZ$310($190)
1 similiar route
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Bus to Palmerston North, ferry
Take the bus to Palmerston North and then to Johnsonville then take a ferry to Picton then take the bus to Christchurch and then to Dunedin.
- Duration22h 5m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costNZ$255($155)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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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 then take the bus to Christchurch and then to Oamaru then take the train to Dunedin station.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costNZ$515($315)
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton then drive to Dunedin.
- Duration16h 25m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical costNZ$295($180)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between New Plymouth and Dunedin
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from New Plymouth to Dunedin by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around NZ$250 ($150) and will take around 22h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NZ$310 ($190).
The distance between New Plymouth and Dunedin is around 937km (582 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 813km (505 miles)
It takes around 3h 5m to get from New Plymouth and Dunedin by plane.
The quickest way to get from New Plymouth to Dunedin is to fly which takes around 3h 5m and will set you back approx NZ$310 ($190).
The cheapest way to travel between New Plymouth and Dunedin is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around NZ$250 ($150) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between New Plymouth and Dunedin. We recommend that you fly from New Plymouth (NPL) to Dunedin (DUD). instead which will take 3h 5m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between New Plymouth and Dunedin. We recommend that you fly from New Plymouth (NPL) to Dunedin (DUD). instead which will take 3h 5m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from New Plymouth and Dunedin. Flights depart from New Plymouth (NPL) and arrive at Dunedin (DUD) - via Wellington (WLG). The flight takes around 2h 15m.
There is no direct flight from New Plymouth to Dunedin. There is however a flight that goes via Wellington (WLG). This services will take at least 3h 5m (not including layover time).
The flight from New Plymouth to Dunedin typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from New Plymouth (NPL) and and arrive into Dunedin (DUD).
The closest major airport to Dunedin is Dunedin International Airport (DUD) (DUD) which is approximately 24km (15 miles) from Dunedin. Wanaka Airport (WKA) (WKA) and Queenstown Airport (ZQN) (ZQN) 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 Dunedin. We recommend that you fly from New Plymouth (NPL) to Dunedin (DUD). instead which will take 3h 5m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from New Plymouth to Dunedin is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 5m and will usually cost around NZ$310 ($190).
Compare travel optionsbetween New Plymouth and Dunedin
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 5m | NZ$310($190) | twice daily | 937km (582 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 7h 5m | NZ$510($310) | once daily | 1,553km (965 miles) |
Bus to Palmerston North, ferry + 2 similar | 22h 5m | NZ$255($155) | 4 times a week | 1,180km (733 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 22h 10m | NZ$255($155) | 4 times a week | 1,181km (734 miles) |
| Bus to Palmerston North, ferry | 22h 20m | NZ$250($150) | 4 times a week | 1,184km (735 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry | 1 day 2h | NZ$515($315) | once a week | 1,482km (921 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 16h 25m | NZ$295($180) | 4 times a day | 1,141km (709 miles) |
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Airports near Dunedin
The following major airports near Dunedin offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.
Dunedin International Airport (DUD)
- Distance
- 24km (15 miles) from Dunedin
Wanaka Airport (WKA)
- Distance
- 161km (100 miles) from Dunedin
Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
- Distance
- 167km (104 miles) from Dunedin