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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Illawarra is to train and line 57 bus which costs $15 - $23 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Illawarra is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $19 - $29.

How far is it from Penrith to Illawarra?

The distance between Penrith and Illawarra is 154 km. The road distance is 112.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Illawarra without a car is to train and line 57 bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $15 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Penrith to Illawarra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Illawarra bus from?

Penrith to Illawarra bus services, operated by Transit Systems, depart from Western Sydney International Airport, Stand B station.

Where does the Penrith to Illawarra bus arrive?

Penrith to Illawarra bus services, operated by Transit Systems, arrive at Campbelltown Station, Stand A.

Can I drive from Penrith to Illawarra?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Illawarra is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Penrith to Illawarra.

Where can I stay near Illawarra?

There are 649+ hotels available in Illawarra.

Penrith to Illawarra - 3 ways to travel via train, line 57 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Illawarra?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Illawarra. However, there are services departing from Station St After High St and arriving at Shellharbour Rd After Veronica St via Western Sydney International Airport, Stand B, Campbelltown Station, Stand D and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Illawarra by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 57 bus
best
1. Take the train from Penrith Station to Redfern Stationtrain T1
2. Take the train from Redfern Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
3. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Shellharbour Rd After Veronica Stbus 51 / ...
3h 38m
$16–23
Line 845 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Western Sydney International Airport, Stand B to Campbelltown Station, Stand Abus 845
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand D to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 887
4h 26m
$20–26
Drive 112.4 km
1. Drive from Penrith to Illawarracar 112.4 km
1h 36m
$20–29

Penrith to Illawarra by train and bus

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3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154 km
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Penrith, NSW, Australia and Illawarra, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Station St After High St to Shellharbour Rd After Veronica St via Western Sydney International Airport, Stand B, Campbelltown Station, Stand A, Campbelltown Station, Stand D, and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 4h 26m.

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