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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Shell Cove is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 2h 35m.

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 35m and costs $35 - $60.

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 20m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Shell Cove?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Shell Cove. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Shellharbour Junction via Campbelltown Station and Wolli Creek Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Canberra to Shell Cove?

The distance between Canberra and Shell Cove is 231 km. The road distance is 216.6 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 28m and costs $50 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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 do I catch the Canberra to Shell Cove train from?

Canberra to Shell Cove train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Shell Cove?

The best way to get from Canberra to Shell Cove is to bus via Dapto Station which takes 3h 28m and costs $50 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $85 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Canberra to Shell Cove bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canberra to Shell Cove train arrive?

Canberra to Shell Cove train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Campbelltown 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 35m to drive from Canberra to Shell Cove.

Where can I stay near Shell Cove?

There are 648+ 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 Mallbus 855
3h 28m
$50–69
Drive 216.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Canberra to Shell Covecar 216.6 km
2h 35m
$40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain 632 / ...
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Shellharbour Junctiontrain Sco
6h 24m
$52–83
Fly, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Shellharbour Junctiontrain
4h 26m
$259–469
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Albion Parkbus
4h 20m
$48–65

Canberra to Shell Cove by bus and train

14Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.5 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Shellharbour Junction via Campbelltown Station and Wolli Creek Station in around 6h 24m.

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