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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Wollongong is to train which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Wollongong is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Wollongong?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jolimont Centre and arriving at Wollongong Station, Station St station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Wollongong Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Canberra to Wollongong?

The distance between Canberra and Wollongong is 229 km. The road distance is 228.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Wollongong without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $45 - $65.

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

The bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station St takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Wollongong bus from?

Canberra to Wollongong bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Jolimont Centre station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Wollongong train from?

Canberra to Wollongong train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Wollongong?

The best way to get from Canberra to Wollongong is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Canberra to Wollongong bus arrive?

Canberra to Wollongong bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Wollongong Station, Station St.

Where does the Canberra to Wollongong train arrive?

Canberra to Wollongong train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Wollongong is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Canberra to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 343+ hotels available in Wollongong.

Canberra to Wollongong - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Canberra to Wollongong by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 855
3h 20m
$45–65
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
6h 9m
$33–47
Drive 228.6 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Wollongongcar 228.6 km
2h 43m
$42–60
Fly, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
3h 52m
$280–508

Canberra to Wollongong by bus

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Distance: 229.2 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Wollongong, NSW, Australia?

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station St twice daily. Tickets cost $45–65 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Wollongong Station via Central Station in around 6h 9m.

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