Wollongong to Central Coast by bus
Central Coast lies 119 km (74 mi) north of Wollongong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 2 h 23 min including stops, over roughly 145 km (90 mi) of road.
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| Wollongong | Central Coast | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 280,153 | 346,596 |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
Where to book buses from Wollongong to Central Coast
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Staying in Central Coast
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Common questions
How far is Central Coast from Wollongong?
119 km (74 mi) in a straight line, north of Wollongong; by road roughly 145 km (90 mi).
How long does it take to get from Wollongong to Central Coast by bus?
About 2 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Wollongong and Central Coast?
No, both are on Australia/Sydney 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.