Brisbane to Wollongong by bus
Wollongong lies 800 km (497 mi) south of Brisbane, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 14 h 36 min including stops, over roughly 976 km (606 mi) of road.
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| Brisbane | Wollongong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 2.8 million | 280,153 |
| Elevation | 27 m (89 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
| Postal codes | 4000–9015 | 2500–2520 |
Where to book buses from Brisbane to Wollongong
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Staying in Wollongong
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Common questions
How far is Wollongong from Brisbane?
800 km (497 mi) in a straight line, south of Brisbane; by road roughly 976 km (606 mi).
How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Wollongong by bus?
About 14 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Brisbane 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.