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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Illawarra is to bus which costs $90 - $110 and takes 12h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Illawarra is to fly and train which takes 5h 22m and costs $150 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Illawarra?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Illawarra. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Warilla Grove Shops, Shellharbour Rd via Goulburn and Terry St Opp O'Gorman St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 17m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Illawarra?

The distance between Melbourne and Illawarra is 821 km. The road distance is 792 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Illawarra without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 58m and costs $80 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Melbourne to Illawarra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Illawarra bus from?

Melbourne to Illawarra bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Melbourne to Illawarra bus arrive?

Melbourne to Illawarra bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Goulburn station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Illawarra?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Illawarra is 792 km. It takes approximately 8h 37m to drive from Melbourne to Illawarra.

Where can I stay near Illawarra?

There are 332+ hotels available in Illawarra.

Melbourne to Illawarra - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Illawarra by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
5h 22m
$158–385
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Moss Vale Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leighton Gardens, Argyle St to Albion Park Station, Coach Stopbus 751 / ...
11h 58m
$82–238
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Goulburnbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Goulburn to Albion Parkbus
12h 17m
$90–105
Drive 792 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Illawarracar 792 km
8h 37m
$144–207
Train to Avalon Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lara Stationtrain
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane AVV - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
6h 50m
$137–339
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Canberrabus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Canberra to Albion Parkbus
13h 18m
$147–288

Melbourne to Illawarra by train and bus

29Weekly Services

11h 58mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 820.7 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Illawarra, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Warilla Grove Shops, Shellharbour Rd via Goulburn, Albion Park, and Terry St Opp O'Gorman St in around 12h 17m.

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