What is the cheapest way to get from Lithgow to Shellharbour?

The cheapest way to get from Lithgow to Shellharbour is to train which costs $19 - $160 and takes 6h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lithgow to Shellharbour?

The fastest way to get from Lithgow to Shellharbour is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Lithgow and Shellharbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Lithgow station to Shellharbour. However, there are services departing from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 and arriving at Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Central Station and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Lithgow to Shellharbour?

The distance between Lithgow and Shellharbour is 260 km. The road distance is 196.2 km.

How do I travel from Lithgow to Shellharbour without a car?

The best way to get from Lithgow to Shellharbour without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs $19 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Lithgow to Shellharbour?

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Lithgow to Shellharbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Shellharbour bus from?

Lithgow to Shellharbour bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1.

Train or bus from Lithgow to Shellharbour?

The best way to get from Lithgow to Shellharbour is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs $19 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Lithgow to Shellharbour bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lithgow to Shellharbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Lithgow to Shellharbour is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Lithgow to Shellharbour.

Where can I stay near Shellharbour?

There are 623+ hotels available in Shellharbour.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Central Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
6h 6m
$20–156
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 2802
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
6h 40m
$38–59
Drive 196.2 km
1. Drive from Lithgow to Shellharbourcar 196.2 km
2h 56m
$36–52
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Central Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
6h 7m
$20–156
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Blacktown Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand B to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 887
6h 40m
$25–162

Lithgow to Shellharbour by train and bus

125Weekly Services

6h 6mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lithgow to Shellharbour.

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Distance: 259.7 km
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Lithgow, NSW, Australia and Shellharbour, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Lithgow Station to Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Central Station, Wollongong Station, and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Central Station and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 6h 40m.

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