What is the cheapest way to get from Tauranga to New Plymouth?

The cheapest way to get from Tauranga to New Plymouth is to bus which costs $55 - $95 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tauranga to New Plymouth?

The fastest way to get from Tauranga to New Plymouth is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Tauranga and New Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Tauranga to New Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Tauranga and arriving at New Plymouth via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Tauranga to New Plymouth?

The distance between Tauranga and New Plymouth is 243 km. The road distance is 310.9 km.

How do I travel from Tauranga to New Plymouth without a car?

The best way to get from Tauranga to New Plymouth without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $55 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Tauranga to New Plymouth?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Tauranga to New Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tauranga to New Plymouth bus from?

Tauranga to New Plymouth bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Tauranga station.

Bus or fly from Tauranga to New Plymouth?

The best way to get from Tauranga to New Plymouth is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs $120 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $95 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Tauranga to New Plymouth bus arrive?

Tauranga to New Plymouth bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Can I drive from Tauranga to New Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Tauranga to New Plymouth is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Tauranga to New Plymouth.

Where can I stay near New Plymouth?

There are 233+ hotels available in New Plymouth.

Tauranga to New Plymouth - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tauranga to New Plymouth by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL)plane TRG - NPL
3h 2m
$129–557
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tauranga to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Tauranga / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to New Plymouthbus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
6h 30m
$57–93
Drive 310.9 km
1. Drive from Tauranga to New Plymouthcar 310.9 km
3h 44m
$91–131
Bus via New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY
1. Take the bus from Tauranga to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Tauranga / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLYbus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
6h 52m
$58–93

Tauranga to New Plymouth by bus

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6h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.7 km
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Tauranga, New Zealand and New Plymouth, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tauranga to New Plymouth via Hamilton - Central in around 6h 30m.

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