What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong is to drive and train and bus via Casino which costs $95 - $300 and takes 21h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong is to fly and train which takes 4h 31m and costs $100 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Coolum Hotel and arriving at Wollongong via Noosa Junction Station, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Coast (Region) station to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Nambour station, platform 2 and arriving at Wollongong Station via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 35m.

How far is it from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong?

The distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Wollongong is 922 km. The road distance is 1093.9 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong without a car is to train which takes 19h 35m and costs $120 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong bus from?

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Noosa Junction Station.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong train from?

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong train services, operated by Translink, depart from Nambour station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong is to train which takes 19h 35m and costs $120 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $300 and takes 25h 3m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong bus arrive?

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong train arrive?

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong is 1094 km. It takes approximately 12h 2m to drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 337+ hotels available in Wollongong.

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong - 8 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MCY - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
4h 31m
$106–364
Drive, train, bus via Casino
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sandgate station, platform 2car
2. Take the train from Albion station, platform 1 to Beenleigh station, platform 1train
3. Take the bus from Beenleigh Station, Stand B to Casino Station, Coach Baybus 176
4. Take the train from Casino Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
5. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
21h 15m
$99–294
Train
1. Take the train from Nambour station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
19h 35m
$128–709
Drive, bus, train
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Rothwell station, platform 1car
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
23h 26m
$175–365
Drive 1,093.9 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongongcar 1,093.9 km
12h 2m
$195–282
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
7h 35m
$140–440
Drive, train, bus
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Rothwell station, platform 1car
2. Take the train from Albion station, platform 1 to Beenleigh station, platform 1train
3. Take the bus from Beenleigh to Central Stationbus
4. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
24h 56m
$146–206
Bus
1. Take the bus from Noosa Junction Station to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Sydney Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
25h 3m
$170–300

Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) flights

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Map of how to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong.

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Distance: 921.8 km
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Sunshine Coast (Region), QLD, Australia and Wollongong, NSW, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Wollongong Station via Nambour station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Central Station in around 19h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from David Low Way at Coolum Hotel to Wollongong via Sunshine Beach Rd at Noosa Plaza, Noosa Junction Station, Brisbane, Sydney Central Station, and Central Station in around 25h 3m.

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