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

The cheapest way to get from Balgowlah to Wollongong is to bus and train which costs $11 - $16 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balgowlah to Wollongong is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Balgowlah and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Balgowlah to Wollongong. However, there are services departing from Sydney Rd At West St and arriving at Wollongong via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Balgowlah to Wollongong?

The distance between Balgowlah and Wollongong is 98 km. The road distance is 90.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Balgowlah to Wollongong without a car is to line 144 bus and train which takes 2h 39m and costs $14 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Balgowlah to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balgowlah to Wollongong bus from?

Balgowlah to Wollongong bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Central Station.

Where does the Balgowlah to Wollongong bus arrive?

Balgowlah to Wollongong bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Wollongong station.

Can I drive from Balgowlah to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Balgowlah to Wollongong is 90 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Balgowlah to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 335+ hotels available in Wollongong.

Balgowlah to Wollongong - 5 ways to travel via train, line 144 bus, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Balgowlah to Wollongong by bus, train, or car

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Line 144 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sydney Rd At West St to Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rdbus 144 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
2h 39m
$14–21
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sydney Rd At West St to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand Mbus 170X / ...
2. Take the train from Martin Place Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
3h 3m
$11–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wynyard Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain T8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand D to Crown St After Keira Stbus 887
3h 31m
$17–25
Drive 90.4 km
1. Drive from Balgowlah to Wollongongcar 90.4 km
1h 22m
$17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
3h 36m
$28–48

Balgowlah to Wollongong by bus, subway, and train

147Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.3 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Balgowlah, NSW, Australia and Wollongong, NSW, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Central Station to Wollongong once daily. Tickets cost $21–35 and the journey takes 2h.

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