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

The cheapest way to get from Lithgow to Wollongong is to train via Penrith which costs $20 - $35 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lithgow to Wollongong is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Lithgow and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Lithgow station to Wollongong. However, there are services departing from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 and arriving at Wollongong via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Lithgow and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct train from Lithgow station to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Lithgow Station and arriving at Wollongong Station via Emu Plains Station and Redfern Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Lithgow to Wollongong?

The distance between Lithgow and Wollongong is 235 km. The road distance is 182 km.

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

The best way to get from Lithgow to Wollongong without a car is to train via Penrith which takes 5h 4m and costs $20 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Lithgow to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Wollongong bus from?

Lithgow to Wollongong bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Wollongong train from?

Lithgow to Wollongong train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Lithgow Station.

Train or bus from Lithgow to Wollongong?

The best way to get from Lithgow to Wollongong is to train via Penrith which takes 5h 4m and costs $20 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Lithgow to Wollongong bus arrive?

Lithgow to Wollongong bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where does the Lithgow to Wollongong train arrive?

Lithgow to Wollongong train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Emu Plains Station.

Can I drive from Lithgow to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Lithgow to Wollongong is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Lithgow to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 339+ hotels available in Wollongong.

Lithgow to Wollongong - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Lithgow to Wollongong by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Penrith
best
1. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Emu Plains Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Emu Plains Station to Redfern Stationtrain T1
3. Take the train from Redfern Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
5h 4m
$21–31
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Central Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
5h 6m
$16–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 2802
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
5h 35m
$39–56
Drive 182 km
1. Drive from Lithgow to Wollongongcar 182 km
2h 46m
$34–49
Drive, fly, train
1. Drive from Lithgow to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OAG - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
3h 52m
$218–353
Train, line 845 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Penrith Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the bus from Western Sydney International Airport, Stand B to Campbelltown Station, Stand Abus 845
3. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand D to Crown St After Keira Stbus 887
5h 53m
$25–164

Lithgow to Wollongong by train

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Distance: 235 km
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Lithgow Station to Wollongong Station via Emu Plains Station and Redfern Station in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Wollongong via Central Station in around 5h 35m.

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