Travel to and around Wollongong
From Sydney airport.
Sydney Airport has daily flights from all major Australian cities.
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is Australia’s busiest airport and a major international gateway, located approximately 8 kilometres (5 miles) south of Sydney’s central business district. Known for its efficiency and modern amenities, it serves as a hub for domestic and international travel.
Flight times from other cities are:
• Brisbane – Sydney: 1 hr. 35m
• Melbourne – Sydney: 1 hr. 25m
• Perth – Sydney: 4 hr. 10m
By car from Sydney
Wollongong is a 90 minute drive South of Sydney.
Wollongong is located just South of Sydney and the drive takes around 90 minutes.
1 hr 26 min (84.1 km) via Princes Hwy/A1 and M1
via Grand pacific Drive
The drive from Sydney to Wollongong via the Grand Pacific Drive is one of Australia’s most scenic routes, offering breathtaking views of the coastline, lush national parks, and charming seaside towns. Shortly after Sutherland, you’ll enter the Royal National Park, the world’s second-oldest national park.
The highlight of the drive is the Sea Cliff Bridge, an architectural marvel that curves gracefully over the ocean, offering spectacular views.
The drive is about 2+ hours depending on stops, but to truly enjoy the experience, allocate extra time for detours, walks, and photo opportunities.
Major car-rental agencies operate from Sydney and Sydney Airport.
By train
Transport NSW has regular trains operating from both the domestic and international airport stations. Change trains at Wolli Creek. From there you can go directly to Wollongong station.
You will an Opal card to travel on the NSW train system.
The train journey takes you through rainforests and hugs the coast as you head towards Wollongong.
Getting around Wollongong
Bus
The FREE Gong Shuttle runs every 10 to 20 minutes. The service operates in both directions on a loop around Wollongong.
The route number for the Gong Shuttle are 55A and 55C.
Hours of operation are:
Weekdays: 07:00 – 18:00 every 10 minutes, 18:00 – 22:00 every 20 minutes
Saturdays: 09:00 – 17:20 every 20 minutes
Sunday & Public Holidays: 09:40 – 17:20 Up to 20-minute frequency
You can find information about local bus routes on the Transport for NSW website
Uber
Uber operates in Wollongong.
Taxi
There are various taxi ranks around Wollongong or Illawarra taxis can be booked by
calling 4254 2111 or via https://www.illawarrataxinetwork.com.au/booking
Walk/Bike
The Event Village (Lang Park) is easily accessible on foot or by bike from the CBD.
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