Melbourne to Wollongong by bus
Wollongong lies 652 km (405 mi) north-east of Melbourne, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 11 h 57 min including stops, over roughly 796 km (495 mi) of road.
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| Melbourne | Wollongong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 5.4 million | 280,153 |
| Elevation | 25 m (82 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Melbourne) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
| Postal codes | 3000–8383 | 2500–2520 |
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Staying in Wollongong
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Common questions
How far is Wollongong from Melbourne?
652 km (405 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Melbourne; by road roughly 796 km (495 mi).
How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Wollongong by bus?
About 11 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Melbourne 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.