Adelaide to Wollongong: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Adelaide from Wollongong?
The distance from Adelaide to Wollongong is 698.9 miles (1124.8 km) as the crow flies. Wollongong is located E of Adelaide. By car, the driving distance is approximately 827.9 miles, taking about 16h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in Australia — Adelaide in South Australia and Wollongong in New South Wales.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Adelaide and Wollongong. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Adelaide to Wollongong
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 233 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
- You could travel this distance about 35.6 times to circle the Earth's equator