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

The cheapest way to get from Wollongong to Canberra is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wollongong to Canberra is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Wollongong and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wollongong Station, Station St station and arriving at Jolimont Centre. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Wollongong and Canberra?

No, there is no direct train from 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 Wollongong to Canberra?

The distance between Wollongong and Canberra is 231 km. The road distance is 229 km.

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

The best way to get from Wollongong to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $45 - $65.

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

The bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont Centre takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Canberra bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Canberra train from?

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

Train or bus from Wollongong to Canberra?

The best way to get from Wollongong to Canberra is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $85 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Wollongong to Canberra bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wollongong to Canberra train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wollongong to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Wollongong to Canberra is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Wollongong to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 927+ hotels available in Canberra.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont Centrebus 855
3h 20m
$45–65
Drive 229 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Wollongong to Canberracar 229 km
2h 43m
$42–60
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

Wollongong to Canberra by bus

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Distance: 230.8 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont Centre twice daily. Tickets cost $45–65 and the journey takes 3h 20m. 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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