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 and bus which costs $16 - $29 and takes 5h 50m.

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 13m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Central Coast to Shellharbour?

The distance between Central Coast and Shellharbour is 211 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 train via Wollongong Station which takes 5h 30m and costs $22 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m 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 via Wollongong Station which takes 5h 30m and costs $22 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $35 and takes 6h 53m.

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 13m to drive from Central Coast to Shellharbour.

Where can I stay near Shellharbour?

There are 616+ hotels available in Shellharbour.

Central Coast to Shellharbour - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: 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, Eddy Av, Stand A and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

There are 5 ways to get from Central Coast to Shellharbour by train, bus, or car

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Train via Wollongong Station
best
1. Take the train from Gosford Station to Central StationCcn
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong StationSco
5h 30m
$22–31
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gosford Station to Central StationCcn
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A to Wollongong Station, Station St43Sc
5h 50m
$16–29
Drive 172.1 km
1. Drive from Central Coast to Shellharbour172.1 km
2h 13m
$34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Ourimbah Station to Central StationCcn
2. Take the train from Central Station to Shellharbour JunctionSco
6h 14m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gosford Station, Stand G to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 12406
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A to Wollongong Station, Station St43Sc
6h 53m
$18–33

Central Coast to Shellharbour by bus and train

26Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.4 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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 30m. 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, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1, Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A, and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 6h 53m.

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