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

The cheapest way to get from Shellharbour to Lithgow is to train which costs $19 - $170 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shellharbour to Lithgow is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Shellharbour and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Shellharbour to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Addison St Before Mary St and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Wollongong and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Shellharbour to Lithgow?

The distance between Shellharbour and Lithgow is 267 km. The road distance is 197.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Lithgow without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs $19 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Shellharbour to Lithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shellharbour to Lithgow bus from?

Shellharbour to Lithgow bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Wollongong station.

Train or bus from Shellharbour to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Lithgow is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs $19 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Shellharbour to Lithgow bus arrive?

Shellharbour to Lithgow bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Shellharbour to Lithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Shellharbour to Lithgow is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Shellharbour to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 195+ hotels available in Lithgow.

Shellharbour to Lithgow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shellharbour Junction to Central StationSco
2. Take the train from Central Station to Lithgow StationBmt
6h 25m
$19–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wollongong to Central StationPm1
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 12701
7h 24m
$39–60
Drive 197.6 km
1. Drive from Shellharbour to Lithgow197.6 km
2h 53m
$38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from University Of Wollongong, Northfields Av, Stand B to Campbelltown Station, Stand B887
2. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Lithgow StationBmt
6h 45m
$23–166

Shellharbour to Lithgow by bus and train

50Weekly Services

6h 25mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shellharbour to Lithgow.

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Distance: 267.5 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Addison St Opp Pioneer Park to Lithgow Station via Shellharbour Junction Station, Piper Dr, Stand A, Shellharbour Junction, and Central Station in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addison St Before Mary St to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Wollongong and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 7h 24m.

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