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

The cheapest way to get from Wollongong to Adelaide is to bus which costs $60 - $260 and takes 23h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wollongong to Adelaide is to train and fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $150 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Wollongong and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Wollongong station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Station, Station St and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Canberra and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Wollongong and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Wollongong station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Station and arriving at Adelaide Parklands via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 52m.

How far is it from Wollongong to Adelaide?

The distance between Wollongong and Adelaide is 1246 km. The road distance is 1297.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Wollongong to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 23h 5m and costs $60 - $260.

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

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

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Adelaide bus from?

Wollongong to Adelaide bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Wollongong Station, Station St.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Adelaide train from?

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

Train or bus from Wollongong to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Wollongong to Adelaide is to bus which takes 23h 5m and costs $60 - $260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $390 - $4,700 and takes 28h 52m.

Where does the Wollongong to Adelaide bus arrive?

Wollongong to Adelaide bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Jolimont Centre station.

What is the time difference between Wollongong and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Wollongong. It is currently 10:48 AM in Wollongong and 10:18 AM in Adelaide.

Where does the Wollongong to Adelaide train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wollongong to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Wollongong to Adelaide is 1298 km. It takes approximately 14h 31m to drive from Wollongong to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1645+ hotels available in Adelaide.

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Train to Sydney International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Wolli Creek Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane SYD - ADL
4h 55m
$152–347
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont Centrebus 855
2. Take the bus from Canberra to Alburybus
3. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin Stbus
23h 5m
$64–255
Train
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Central Stationtrain Sco
2. Take the train from Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain Syd-Adl 2026
28h 52m
$397–4,610
Drive 1,297.9 km
1. Drive from Wollongong to Adelaidecar 1,297.9 km
14h 31m
$237–342
Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont Centrebus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane CBR - ADL
7h 21m
$314–676

Wollongong to Adelaide by bus

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Distance: 1,246.3 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Wollongong, NSW, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

You can take a bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to 85 Franklin St via Canberra, Albury, and Albury Station/Hume Hwy in around 23h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wollongong Station to Adelaide Parklands via Central Station in around 28h 52m.

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