Bairnsdale to Wollongong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bairnsdale from Wollongong?

The distance from Bairnsdale to Wollongong is 297.8 miles (479.3 km) as the crow flies. Wollongong is located NE of Bairnsdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 430.5 miles, taking about 8h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in Australia — Bairnsdale in Victoria and Wollongong in New South Wales.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bairnsdale 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.