Taranaki Transport

Transport options in Taranaki

Getting to and from Taranaki couldn't be easier. Taranaki is almost equidistant from Wellington and Auckland; flights and buses arrive from both centres several times a day. A rental car or campervan will serve you well around the region, and you'll find the roads pleasantly uncongested. Cyclists particularly enjoy touring Taranaki - gentle, undulating roads keep the journey interesting.

Getting to and from Taranaki

By Air:
You can fly to New Plymouth from Auckland, Wellington or Nelson. In all cases, the flight takes about 45 minutes. On a clear day, the views of Mount Taranaki and the Tasman Sea coast are fabulous.

By Road:
>From north or south, State Highway 3 will bring you to New Plymouth. If you're driving from Wellington, you can take a more scenic route along State Highway 45 - the Surf Highway. From the north, you have the option of a scenic detour along the Forgotten World Highway - State Highway 43.

Daily scheduled services by Newmans and InterCity Coachlines can bring you to the Taranaki region from Auckland, Wellington, Waitomo, Palmerston North or Hamilton.

Getting around Taranaki

Once in the region, there are over ten international and local vehicle hire companies. You can hire anything from a scooter to a motor home.
If you prefer not to drive, local coach and shuttle companies can take you around the region. Some accommodation establishments have courtesy pick-ups. There are taxis in the large centres, as well as planes and helicopters for scenic flights.