What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong is to train which costs $75 - $270 and takes 19h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong is to fly and train which takes 4h 55m and costs $100 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Wollongong via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Wollongong Station via Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 30m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Wollongong is 777 km. The road distance is 902.7 km.

How do I travel from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong without a car?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h and costs $120 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Wollongong bus from?

Surfers Paradise to Wollongong bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Wollongong train from?

Surfers Paradise to Wollongong train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong is to train which takes 19h 30m and costs $75 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $340 and takes 19h 40m.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Wollongong bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Wollongong bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Wollongong train arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Wollongong train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Wollongong is 903 km. It takes approximately 9h 58m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 335+ hotels available in Wollongong.

Surfers Paradise to Wollongong - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Gold Coast Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
4h 55m
$102–335
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale 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 30m
$79–262
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Sydney Central Stationbus Au001
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
18h
$124–200
Drive 902.7 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Wollongongcar 902.7 km
9h 58m
$160–231
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
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
6h 44m
$136–432
Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina Service Centerbus
2. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNK - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
7h 22m
$113–324
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
19h 40m
$162–340

Surfers Paradise to Wollongong by tram and train

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19h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 777.3 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia and Wollongong, NSW, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Wollongong Station via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Central Station in around 19h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Wollongong via Central Station in around 19h 40m.

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