What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Shell Cove?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Shell Cove is to train which costs $8 - $11 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Shell Cove?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Shell Cove is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Shell Cove?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Shell Cove. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A and arriving at Southern Cross Bvd After Cove Bvd via Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Shell Cove?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Town Hall Station station and arriving at Shellharbour Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Sydney to Shell Cove?

The distance between Sydney and Shell Cove is 109 km. The road distance is 103.8 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Shell Cove without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Shell Cove without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $8 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Shell Cove?

The train from Town Hall Station to Shellharbour Junction takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Shell Cove bus from?

Sydney to Shell Cove bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Shell Cove train from?

Sydney to Shell Cove train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Town Hall Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Shell Cove?

The best way to get from Sydney to Shell Cove is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $8 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs $3 - $13 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Sydney to Shell Cove bus arrive?

Sydney to Shell Cove bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Wollongong Station, Station St.

Where does the Sydney to Shell Cove train arrive?

Sydney to Shell Cove train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Shellharbour Junction station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Shell Cove?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Shell Cove is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Sydney to Shell Cove.

Where can I stay near Shell Cove?

There are 653+ hotels available in Shell Cove.

Sydney to Shell Cove - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 53 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sydney to Shell Cove by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Shellharbour JunctionSco
2h 10m
$8–11
Bus, line 53 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A to Wollongong Station, Station St43Sc
2. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Southern Cross Bvd After Cove Bvd53
3h 10m
$3–12
Drive 103.8 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Shell Cove103.8 km
1h 29m
$21–30

Sydney to Shell Cove by train

110Weekly Trains

2h 10mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.1 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Shell Cove, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Town Hall Station to Shellharbour Junction hourly. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A to Southern Cross Bvd After Cove Bvd via Wollongong Station, Station St in around 3h 10m.

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