What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Shell Cove?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Shell Cove is to train and bus which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Shell Cove?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Shell Cove is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Shell Cove?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Shell Cove. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Cove Bvd Opp Whitsunday Dr via Tongarra Rd Opp Albion Park Public School and Stockland Shellharbour. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Canberra to Shell Cove?

The distance between Canberra and Shell Cove is 230 km. The road distance is 217 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Shell Cove without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Shell Cove without a car is to bus via Dapto Station which takes 3h 26m and costs $50 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Shell Cove?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Canberra to Shell Cove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Shell Cove bus from?

Canberra to Shell Cove bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

Where does the Canberra to Shell Cove bus arrive?

Canberra to Shell Cove bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Albion Park station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Shell Cove?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Shell Cove is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Canberra to Shell Cove.

Where can I stay near Shell Cove?

There are 653+ hotels available in Shell Cove.

Canberra to Shell Cove - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Canberra to Shell Cove by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Dapto Station
best
1. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre to Princes Hwy Opp Dapto Mall855
3h 26m
$50–69
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Moss Vale Station632 / ...
2. Take the bus from Moss Vale Station, Coach Bay to Albion Park Station, Coach Stop753 / ...
4h 34m
$34–57
Drive 217 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Shell Cove217 km
2h 32m
$43–62
Fly, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)CBR - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Shellharbour Junction
4h 29m
$248–469
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Albion Park
4h 18m
$48–67

Canberra to Shell Cove by bus and train

14Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.5 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Shell Cove, NSW, Australia?

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Jolimont Centre to Princes Hwy Opp Dapto Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–65 and the journey takes 3h.

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