What is the cheapest way to get from Wollongong to Perth?

The cheapest way to get from Wollongong to Perth is to train and fly which costs $240 - $750 and takes 7h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wollongong to Perth?

The fastest way to get from Wollongong to Perth is to train and fly which takes 7h 36m and costs $240 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Wollongong and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Wollongong station to Perth. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Station and arriving at Perth via Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 4h.

How far is it from Wollongong to Perth?

The distance between Wollongong and Perth is 3365 km. The road distance is 3757.2 km.

How do I travel from Wollongong to Perth without a car?

The best way to get from Wollongong to Perth without a car is to train which takes 3 days 4h and costs $850 - $9,000.

How long does it take to get from Wollongong to Perth?

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Wollongong to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Perth train from?

Wollongong to Perth train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Wollongong Station.

Train or fly from Wollongong to Perth?

The best way to get from Wollongong to Perth is to train which takes 3 days 4h and costs $850 - $9,000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $600 - $1,500 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the time difference between Wollongong and Perth?

Perth is 3h behind Wollongong. It is currently 5:52 PM in Wollongong and 2:52 PM in Perth.

Where does the Wollongong to Perth train arrive?

Wollongong to Perth train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Wollongong to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Wollongong to Perth is 3757 km. It takes approximately 40h 1m to drive from Wollongong to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 1500+ hotels available in Perth.

Wollongong to Perth - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Wollongong to Perth by train, plane, car, or bus

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Train to Sydney International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Wolli Creek Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)plane SYD - PER
7h 36m
$249–738
Train
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Central Stationtrain Sco
2. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Perthtrain Syd-Per 2026
3d 4h
$858–9,010
Drive 3,757.2 km
1. Drive from Wollongong to Perthcar 3,757.2 km
40h 1m
$679–980
Fly from Wollongong
1. Fly from Wollongong (WOL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane WOL - PER
9h 5m
$610–1,413
Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont Centrebus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Perth Airport (PER)plane CBR - PER
9h 57m
$434–927
Train, train to Newcastle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
3. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane NTL - PER
11h 26m
$365–936

Wollongong to Perth by train

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3d 4hAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,365.1 km
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Wollongong, NSW, Australia and Perth, WA, Australia?

You can take a train from Wollongong Station to Perth via Central Station and Sydney Central Station in around 3d 4h. Alternatively, Link Airways and Virgin Australia fly from Wollongong (WOL) to Perth Airport (PER) 6 times a week.

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