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Wollongong to Sunshine Coast by bus

Sunshine Coast lies 889 km (552 mi) north of Wollongong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 16 h 12 min including stops, over roughly 1,084 km (674 mi) of road.

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WollongongSunshine Coast
CountryAustraliaAustralia
Population280,153398,840
Elevation29 m (95 ft)9 m (30 ft)
Time nowUTC+10 (Australia/Sydney)UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane)

Where to book buses from Wollongong to Sunshine Coast

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Staying in Sunshine Coast

Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Sunshine Coast. Of the 35 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (32).

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Common questions

How far is Sunshine Coast from Wollongong?

889 km (552 mi) in a straight line, north of Wollongong; by road roughly 1,084 km (674 mi).

How long does it take to get from Wollongong to Sunshine Coast by bus?

About 16 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Wollongong and Sunshine Coast?

No, both are on the same offset at the moment.

Where can I stay in Sunshine Coast?

Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Sunshine Coast, bookable on this site.

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.