Wollongong to Geelong by bus
Geelong lies 717 km (445 mi) south-west of Wollongong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 13 h 7 min including stops, over roughly 874 km (543 mi) of road.
| Wollongong | Geelong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 280,153 | 282,809 |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) | UTC+10 (Australia/Melbourne) |
| Postal codes | 2500–2520 | 3220 |
Where to book buses from Wollongong to Geelong
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Staying in Geelong
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Common questions
How far is Geelong from Wollongong?
717 km (445 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Wollongong; by road roughly 874 km (543 mi).
How long does it take to get from Wollongong to Geelong by bus?
About 13 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Wollongong and Geelong?
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.