What is the cheapest way to get from Rockdale to Shellharbour?

The cheapest way to get from Rockdale to Shellharbour is to train and line 53 bus which costs $13 - $19 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockdale to Shellharbour?

The fastest way to get from Rockdale to Shellharbour is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Rockdale and Shellharbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockdale station to Shellharbour. However, there are services departing from Rockdale Station, Railway St, Stand F and arriving at Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Sydney International Airport and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Rockdale to Shellharbour?

The distance between Rockdale and Shellharbour is 94 km. The road distance is 88.2 km.

How do I travel from Rockdale to Shellharbour without a car?

The best way to get from Rockdale to Shellharbour without a car is to train and line 53 bus which takes 2h 36m and costs $13 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Rockdale to Shellharbour?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Rockdale to Shellharbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockdale to Shellharbour bus from?

Rockdale to Shellharbour bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Sydney International Airport station.

Where does the Rockdale to Shellharbour bus arrive?

Rockdale to Shellharbour bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Wollongong station.

Can I drive from Rockdale to Shellharbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockdale to Shellharbour is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Rockdale to Shellharbour.

Where can I stay near Shellharbour?

There are 623+ hotels available in Shellharbour.

Rockdale to Shellharbour - 4 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Rockdale to Shellharbour by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 53 bus
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1. Take the train from Hurstville Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
2. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public Schoolbus 53
2h 36m
$13–19
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Wollongongbus Pm2
2. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public Schoolbus 53
3h 54m
$26–51
Drive 88.2 km
1. Drive from Rockdale to Shellharbourcar 88.2 km
1h 11m
$16–23
Train, line 53 bus via Waterfall Station
1. Take the train from Rockdale Station to Waterfall Stationtrain T4
2. Take the train from Waterfall Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
3. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Addison St Before Mary Stbus 53
3h 2m
$14–20

Rockdale to Shellharbour by train and bus

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.5 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Rockdale, NSW, Australia and Shellharbour, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Rockdale Station, Railway St, Stand F to Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Sydney Airport, Terminal 1 International, Sydney International Airport, and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 3h 54m.

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