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New Plymouth, Taranaki Region, New Zealand – New Zealand Flag

Current Date And Time In New Plymouth, New Zealand

Saturday, 15 August 2026
11:33:52 NZST
Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Timezone: UTC +12:00 (NZST)
Population: 90,100
District: New Plymouth District

🗺 Map of New Plymouth, Taranaki Region, New Zealand – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of New Plymouth, a city in Taranaki Region, New Zealand, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for New Plymouth β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of New Plymouth.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for New Zealand operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of New Plymouth, Taranaki Region

📍 LATITUDE
39.067°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
174.083°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)39.0667° S174.0833° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-39.0667174.0833
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)39° 4' 0" S174° 4' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)39° 4.0002' S174° 4.9998' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in New Plymouth Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:09 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:47 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
10h 37m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:28 PM
Calculated for today (15 Aug 2026) from New Plymouth’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 New Plymouth’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,349 km
(2,702 mi) • New Plymouth is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,046 km
(9,349 mi) • New Plymouth is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
39.067° N, 5.917° W
The point exactly opposite New Plymouth through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from New Plymouth, you'd surface nearest to Villar de Rena, Spain, about 9 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of New Plymouth

📍 Location Details

CityNew Plymouth
StateTaranaki Region (Taranaki)
CountryNew Zealand
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
DistrictNew Plymouth District
Time Zone+12:00
Founded1841-03-31

📈 Area & Population

Population90,100
Area (km²)2,324.26 km²
Area (mi²)897.40 mi²
Pop. Density38.77 /km²
Elevation64 m / 210 ft
GPS (DD)-39.0667, 174.0833

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of New Plymouth

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Taranaki Region
Parent Country: New Zealand

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 90,100
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 28 most populous in Taranaki Region
🏠 Share of Taranaki Region Population: 70.226%
📏 Built-Up Area: 2,324.26 km²
👥 Population Density: 39 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from New Plymouth to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Taranaki Region.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
WelbournTaranaki RegionSE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
MerrilandsTaranaki RegionE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
VogeltownTaranaki RegionS1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
WestownTaranaki RegionW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
FitzroyTaranaki RegionNE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
Frankleigh ParkTaranaki RegionSW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from New Plymouth to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Stratford
35 km (22 mi)
SE of New Plymouth • ~35m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Wellington
254 km (158 mi)
S of New Plymouth • ~4h 14m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Taranaki Region

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Taranaki Region, the home state of New Plymouth, along with each city's aerial distance from Stratford, Taranaki Region's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Hawera-39.5917° S174.2833° E110 m28 km🗺 View Map
Bell Block-39.0333° S174.15° E34 m36 km🗺 View Map
Waitara-39.0016° S174.2384° E8 m38 km🗺 View Map
Stratford-39.3376° S174.2837° E315 m0 km🗺 View Map
Vogeltown-39.0782° S174.0802° E74 m34 km🗺 View Map
Westown-39.0714° S174.0622° E65 m35 km🗺 View Map
Moturoa-39.0643° S174.0356° E39 m37 km🗺 View Map
Spotswood-39.0722° S174.0344° E64 m36 km🗺 View Map
Inglewood-39.1582° S174.1802° E225 m22 km🗺 View Map
Fitzroy-39.05° S174.1° E27 m36 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
New Plymouth Airport
IATA: NPL
10 km (7 mi) from New Plymouth
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🌍 New Plymouth Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of New Plymouth Matter

The exact GPS location of New Plymouth gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Taranaki Region. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Taranaki Region state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for New Plymouth Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for New Plymouth are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for New Plymouth

The satellite view of New Plymouth lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full New Zealand map

🌎 Regional Position of New Plymouth in Taranaki Region

New Plymouth sits within Taranaki Region, New Zealand, in the Australia And Oceania region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with New Plymouth Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of New Plymouth for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Taranaki Region. › Browse every city in Taranaki Region

💻 Using New Plymouth Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for New Plymouth in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in New Zealand. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use New Plymouth Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of New Plymouth directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to New Plymouth. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Taranaki Region CitiesAccess the full city directory for Taranaki Region ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About New Plymouth Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of New Plymouth?

The GPS coordinates of New Plymouth are latitude -39.0667° and longitude 174.0833°. In directional format: 39.0667° S, 174.0833° E. These coordinates mark the center of New Plymouth in Taranaki Region and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is New Plymouth located?

New Plymouth is a city in Taranaki Region, New Zealand, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. It falls within New Plymouth District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of New Plymouth?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, New Plymouth sits at: Latitude 39° 4' 0" S and Longitude 174° 4' 60" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of New Plymouth?

New Plymouth has a population of approximately 90,100 people. This is roughly 70.226% of Taranaki Region's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Taranaki Region.

🗺 How can I view New Plymouth on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of New Plymouth is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -39.0667, 174.0833 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate New Plymouth in Taranaki Region. For broader context, explore the Taranaki Region state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to New Plymouth?

The nearest airport to New Plymouth is New Plymouth Airport (NPL), roughly 10 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is New Plymouth from Stratford?

New Plymouth is approximately 35 km (22 mi) from Stratford, the capital of Taranaki Region, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Taranaki Region.

⛰️ What is the elevation of New Plymouth?

New Plymouth sits at an elevation of approximately 64 meters (210 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Taranaki Region.

🗺 Which cities are closest to New Plymouth?

The closest cities to New Plymouth include Welbourn, Merrilands, Vogeltown. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in New Plymouth today?

Today in New Plymouth, sunrise is at 07:09 AM and sunset is at 05:47 PM, giving a day length of 10h 37m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from New Plymouth's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is New Plymouth from the Equator?

New Plymouth is approximately 4,349 km (2,702 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 15,046 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from New Plymouth?

The antipodal point of New Plymouth — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Villar de Rena, Spain, roughly 9 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is New Plymouth from Wellington, the capital of New Zealand?

New Plymouth is approximately 254 km (158 mi) S of Wellington, the national capital of New Zealand, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.