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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to New Plymouth is to bus which costs $40 - $110 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to New Plymouth is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $110 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and New Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to New Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Wellington to New Plymouth?

The distance between Wellington and New Plymouth is 282 km. The road distance is 350.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to New Plymouth without a car is to bus which takes 6h 49m and costs $40 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Wellington to New Plymouth, including transfers.

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

Wellington to New Plymouth bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Bus or fly from Wellington to New Plymouth?

The best way to get from Wellington to New Plymouth is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $110 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Wellington to New Plymouth bus arrive?

Wellington to New Plymouth bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Can I drive from Wellington to New Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to New Plymouth is 350 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Wellington to New Plymouth.

Where can I stay near New Plymouth?

There are 233+ hotels available in New Plymouth.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL)plane WLG - NPL
2h 33m
$118–501
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Palmerston Northbus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Palmerston North to New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLYbus Palmerston North - New Plymouth
6h 49m
$42–110
Drive 350.4 km
1. Drive from Wellington to New Plymouthcar 350.4 km
4h 17m
$103–148
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wellington to Palmerston Northtrain Capital Connection
2. Take the bus from Palmerston North to New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLYbus Palmerston North - New Plymouth
6h 52m
$99–168

Wellington to New Plymouth by bus

5Weekly Buses

6h 49mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.2 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

Air New Zealand flies from Wellington (WLG) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellington - Central to New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY via Palmerston North in around 6h 49m.

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