What is the cheapest way to get from South West Rocks to Wollongong?

The cheapest way to get from South West Rocks to Wollongong is to train which costs $45 - $210 and takes 10h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from South West Rocks to Wollongong?

The fastest way to get from South West Rocks to Wollongong is to drive which takes 5h 52m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between South West Rocks and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from South West Rocks to Wollongong. However, there are services departing from Gregory St After Simpson St and arriving at Wollongong via Kempsey and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 8m.

Is there a direct train between South West Rocks and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct train from South West Rocks station to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station and arriving at Wollongong Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

How far is it from South West Rocks to Wollongong?

The distance between South West Rocks and Wollongong is 619 km. The road distance is 521.3 km.

How do I travel from South West Rocks to Wollongong without a car?

The best way to get from South West Rocks to Wollongong without a car is to train which takes 10h 34m and costs $45 - $210.

How long does it take to get from South West Rocks to Wollongong?

It takes approximately 10h 34m to get from South West Rocks to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South West Rocks to Wollongong bus from?

South West Rocks to Wollongong bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Kempsey station.

Where do I catch the South West Rocks to Wollongong train from?

South West Rocks to Wollongong train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Kempsey Station.

Train or bus from South West Rocks to Wollongong?

The best way to get from South West Rocks to Wollongong is to train which takes 10h 34m and costs $45 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $150 and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the South West Rocks to Wollongong bus arrive?

South West Rocks to Wollongong bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the South West Rocks to Wollongong train arrive?

South West Rocks to Wollongong train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from South West Rocks to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between South West Rocks to Wollongong is 521 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from South West Rocks to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 341+ hotels available in Wollongong.

South West Rocks to Wollongong - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from South West Rocks to Wollongong by train, bus, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
10h 34m
$47–207
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Kemp St Before Tozer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Kempsey to Sydney Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
11h 49m
$68–108
Drive 521.3 km
1. Drive from South West Rocks to Wollongongcar 521.3 km
5h 52m
$95–137
Bus, bus to Port Macquarie, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Kemp St Before Tozer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port Macquarie Airportbus
3. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane PQQ - SYD
4. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
6h 24m
$208–318
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Central Stationbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
12h 8m
$101–143
Bus, train to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Kemp St Before Tozer Stbus
2. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Urunga Stationtrain
3. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CFS - SYD
4. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
8h 16m
$243–547

South West Rocks to Wollongong by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 619.1 km
Duration: 10h 34m

What companies run services between South West Rocks, NSW, Australia and Wollongong, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Gregory St At Belle OConnor St to Wollongong Station via Kemp St Before Tozer St, Kempsey Station, and Central Station in around 10h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Wollongong via Kempsey and Central Station in around 12h 8m.

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