What is the cheapest way to get from Bairnsdale to Wollongong?

The cheapest way to get from Bairnsdale to Wollongong is to bus via Batemans Bay (bay) which costs $35 - $90 and takes 12h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bairnsdale to Wollongong?

The fastest way to get from Bairnsdale to Wollongong is to drive which takes 8h 23m and costs $110 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Bairnsdale and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Bairnsdale to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale and arriving at Wollongong Station, Station St via Jolimont Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Bairnsdale and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct train from Bairnsdale station to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale Station and arriving at Wollongong Station via Southern Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 4m.

How far is it from Bairnsdale to Wollongong?

The distance between Bairnsdale and Wollongong is 685 km. The road distance is 637.9 km.

How do I travel from Bairnsdale to Wollongong without a car?

The best way to get from Bairnsdale to Wollongong without a car is to bus which takes 11h and costs $50 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Bairnsdale to Wollongong?

It takes approximately 11h to get from Bairnsdale to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bairnsdale to Wollongong bus from?

Bairnsdale to Wollongong bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bairnsdale station.

Where do I catch the Bairnsdale to Wollongong train from?

Bairnsdale to Wollongong train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bairnsdale Station.

Train or bus from Bairnsdale to Wollongong?

The best way to get from Bairnsdale to Wollongong is to bus which takes 11h and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $280 and takes 18h 4m.

Where does the Bairnsdale to Wollongong bus arrive?

Bairnsdale to Wollongong bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave station.

Where does the Bairnsdale to Wollongong train arrive?

Bairnsdale to Wollongong train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Bairnsdale to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Bairnsdale to Wollongong is 638 km. It takes approximately 8h 23m to drive from Bairnsdale to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 335+ hotels available in Wollongong.

Bairnsdale to Wollongong - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bairnsdale to Wollongong by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Avebus Coach
2. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 855
11h
$51–103
Bus via Batemans Bay (bay)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Orient Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Batemans Bay to Wollongongbus Pm1
12h 27m
$37–89
Train
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
18h 4m
$82–274
Drive 637.9 km
1. Drive from Bairnsdale to Wollongongcar 637.9 km
8h 23m
$114–164
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
8h 33m
$163–365
Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Avebus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
10h 49m
$263–537
Bus to Merimbula Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Bennet Lanebus
2. Fly from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MIM - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
9h 14m
$249–401
Bus to Moruya Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Apex Park/Princes Hwybus
2. Fly from Moruya Airport (MYA) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MYA - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
11h 39m
$233–405

Bairnsdale to Wollongong by bus

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Distance: 685.1 km
Duration: 11h

What companies run services between Bairnsdale, VIC, Australia and Wollongong, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Bairnsdale to Wollongong Station, Station St via Jolimont Centre in around 11h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bairnsdale Station to Wollongong Station via Southern Cross and Central Station in around 18h 4m.

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