What is the cheapest way to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour?

The cheapest way to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour is to train which costs $21 - $30 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour?

The fastest way to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Central Coast and Shellharbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Coast to Shellharbour. However, there are services departing from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd and arriving at Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Gosford Station, Stand G, Central Station and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Central Coast to Shellharbour?

The distance between Central Coast and Shellharbour is 209 km. The road distance is 172.1 km.

How do I travel from Central Coast to Shellharbour without a car?

The best way to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour without a car is to bus and train and line 53 bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $19 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Coast to Shellharbour bus from?

Central Coast to Shellharbour bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Gosford Station, Stand G.

Train or bus from Central Coast to Shellharbour?

The best way to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs $21 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Central Coast to Shellharbour bus arrive?

Central Coast to Shellharbour bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Can I drive from Central Coast to Shellharbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Coast to Shellharbour is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Central Coast to Shellharbour.

Where can I stay near Shellharbour?

There are 619+ hotels available in Shellharbour.

Central Coast to Shellharbour - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train, line 53 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd to Gosford Station, Stand Nbus 32
2. Take the train from Gosford Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Central Station to Sutherland Stationtrain T4
4. Take the bus from Sutherland Station, East Pde, Stand E to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus
5. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Addison St Before Mary Stbus 53
5h 39m
$19–33
Train
1. Take the train from Gosford Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
5h 45m
$21–29
Drive 172.1 km
1. Drive from Central Coast to Shellharbourcar 172.1 km
2h 14m
$32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gosford Station, Stand G to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 3604 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
7h 22m
$37–58

Central Coast to Shellharbour by bus and train

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 208.7 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Central Coast, NSW, Australia and Shellharbour, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd to Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Gosford Station, Stand N, Gosford Station, Central Station, Wollongong Station, and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd to Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Gosford Station, Stand N, Gosford Station, Stand G, Central Station, and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 7h 22m.

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