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

The cheapest way to get from Shellharbour to Lithgow is to bus which costs $18 - $35 and takes 6h 45m.

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 - $60.

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 Station, Station St and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

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 29m and costs $19 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m 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 Transport for NSW, depart from Wollongong Station, Station St.

Train or bus from Shellharbour to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Lithgow is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs $19 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $35 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Shellharbour to Lithgow bus arrive?

Shellharbour to Lithgow bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A.

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 189+ 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shellharbour Junction to Central StationSco
2. Take the train from Central Station to Lithgow StationBmt
6h 29m
$19–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A43Sc
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 12701
6h 45m
$18–33
Drive 197.6 km
1. Drive from Shellharbour to Lithgow197.6 km
2h 53m
$39–57
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 47m
$23–166

Shellharbour to Lithgow by bus and train

50Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.5 km
Duration: 6h 29m

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 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addison St Before Mary St to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Wollongong Station, Station St, Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A, and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 6h 45m.

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