What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Wollongong?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Wollongong is to train which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Wollongong?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Wollongong is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Wollongong?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Wollongong. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Wollongong?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Martin Place Station station and arriving at Wollongong Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Sydney to Wollongong?

The distance between Sydney and Wollongong is 84 km. The road distance is 79 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Wollongong without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Wollongong without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $7 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Wollongong?

The train from Martin Place Station to Wollongong Station takes 1h 44m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Wollongong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Wollongong train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Wollongong?

The best way to get from Sydney to Wollongong is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $7 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h.

Where does the Sydney to Wollongong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney to Wollongong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Wollongong is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Sydney to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 335+ hotels available in Wollongong.

Sydney to Wollongong - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Sydney to Wollongong by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Martin Place Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
1h 44m
$7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
2h
$21–35
Drive 79 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Wollongongcar 79 km
1h 11m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney to Wollongongtaxi 79 km
1h 11m
$220–270
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wynyard Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain T8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand D to Crown St After Keira Stbus 887
2h 57m
$14–19

Sydney to Wollongong by train

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Distance: 83.8 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Wollongong, 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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