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

The cheapest way to get from Illawarra to Canberra is to bus and train which costs $30 - $50 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Illawarra to Canberra is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Illawarra and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Illawarra to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Shellharbour Rd After Barnes St and arriving at Jolimont Centre via Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Illawarra to Canberra?

The distance between Illawarra and Canberra is 220 km. The road distance is 217.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Illawarra to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Illawarra to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illawarra to Canberra bus from?

Illawarra to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane station.

Where does the Illawarra to Canberra bus arrive?

Illawarra to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Jolimont Centre station.

Can I drive from Illawarra to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Illawarra to Canberra is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Illawarra to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 955+ hotels available in Canberra.

Illawarra to Canberra - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 51 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Jolimont Centrebus 855
4h 16m
$43–63
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Moss Vale Court House, Argyle Stbus 855
2. Take the train from Moss Vale Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
5h 36m
$31–46
Drive 217.4 km
1. Drive from Illawarra to Canberracar 217.4 km
2h 37m
$39–56
Line 51 bus, train, fly
1. Take the bus from Shellharbour Rd After Barnes St to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus
2. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Wolli Creek Stationtrain
3. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane SYD - CBR
4h 41m
$272–493

Illawarra to Canberra by bus

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4h 16mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.2 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Jolimont Centre twice daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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