What is the cheapest way to get from West Wollongong to Canberra?

The cheapest way to get from West Wollongong to Canberra is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Wollongong to Canberra?

The fastest way to get from West Wollongong to Canberra is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between West Wollongong and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Figtree and arriving at Canberra. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between West Wollongong and Canberra?

No, there is no direct train from West Wollongong station to Canberra station. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Station and arriving at Canberra Station via Wolli Creek Station and Campbelltown Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from West Wollongong to Canberra?

The distance between West Wollongong and Canberra is 234 km. The road distance is 227.2 km.

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

The best way to get from West Wollongong to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from West Wollongong to Canberra?

The bus from Figtree to Canberra takes 3h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the West Wollongong to Canberra bus from?

West Wollongong to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Figtree station.

Where do I catch the West Wollongong to Canberra train from?

West Wollongong to Canberra train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Wollongong Station.

Train or bus from West Wollongong to Canberra?

The best way to get from West Wollongong to Canberra is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $45 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $85 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the West Wollongong to Canberra bus arrive?

West Wollongong to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Canberra station.

Where does the West Wollongong to Canberra train arrive?

West Wollongong to Canberra train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Wolli Creek Station.

Can I drive from West Wollongong to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between West Wollongong to Canberra is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from West Wollongong to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 935+ hotels available in Canberra.

West Wollongong to Canberra - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from West Wollongong to Canberra by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Figtree to Canberrabus
3h 15m
$45–70
Drive 227.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from West Wollongong to Canberracar 227.2 km
2h 42m
$41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Wolli Creek Stationtrain Sco
2. Take the train from Campbelltown Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
6h 31m
$51–82
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Wolli Creek Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane SYD - CBR
3h 47m
$257–488

West Wollongong to Canberra by bus

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Distance: 233.7 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between West Wollongong, NSW, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Figtree to Canberra once daily. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wollongong Station to Canberra Station via Wolli Creek Station and Campbelltown Station in around 6h 31m.

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