Driving from Ballarat to Wollongong
Wollongong lies 723 km (449 mi) north-east of Ballarat, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 9 h 48 min without stops, over roughly 882 km (548 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Ballarat | Wollongong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 111,973 | 280,153 |
| Elevation | 445 m (1,460 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Melbourne) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
| Postal codes | 3350–3353 | 2500–2520 |
Where to book car hire from Ballarat to Wollongong
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Staying in Wollongong
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Common questions
How far is Wollongong from Ballarat?
723 km (449 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Ballarat; by road roughly 882 km (548 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Wollongong by car?
About 9 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ballarat and Wollongong?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.