Driving from Gold Coast to Wollongong
Wollongong lies 754 km (468 mi) south of Gold Coast, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 10 h 13 min without stops, over roughly 920 km (571 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Gold Coast | Wollongong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 640,778 | 280,153 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
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Staying in Wollongong
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Common questions
How far is Wollongong from Gold Coast?
754 km (468 mi) in a straight line, south of Gold Coast; by road roughly 920 km (571 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Wollongong by car?
About 10 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gold Coast 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.