What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Port Kembla?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Port Kembla is to train which costs $12 - $17 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Port Kembla?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Port Kembla is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Port Kembla?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Port Kembla. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at King St Opp Bent St via Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Port Kembla?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Port Kembla station. However, there are services departing from Martin Place Station and arriving at Port Kembla North Station via Wollongong Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Sydney to Port Kembla?

The distance between Sydney and Port Kembla is 90 km. The road distance is 88.7 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Port Kembla without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Port Kembla without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $12 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Port Kembla?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Sydney to Port Kembla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Port Kembla bus from?

Sydney to Port Kembla bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Port Kembla train from?

Sydney to Port Kembla train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Martin Place Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Port Kembla?

The best way to get from Sydney to Port Kembla is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $12 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Sydney to Port Kembla bus arrive?

Sydney to Port Kembla bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Wollongong station.

Where does the Sydney to Port Kembla train arrive?

Sydney to Port Kembla train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Wollongong Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Port Kembla?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Port Kembla is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Sydney to Port Kembla.

Where can I stay near Port Kembla?

There are 492+ hotels available in Port Kembla.

Sydney to Port Kembla - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney to Port Kembla by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Martin Place Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
2h 10m
$13–17
Train via Engadine
cheapest
1. Take the train from Martin Place Station to Waterfall Stationtrain T4
2. Take the train from Waterfall Station to Port Kembla North Stationtrain Sco
2h 40m
$11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
2h 31m
$24–33
Drive 88.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Port Kemblacar 88.7 km
1h 16m
$16–23

Sydney to Port Kembla by train

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Distance: 89.6 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Port Kembla, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Martin Place Station to Wollongong Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Central Station to Wollongong once daily. Tickets cost $21–35 and the journey takes 2h.

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