Bathurst to Wollongong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

102.5 miles 165 km · straight line
161.3 miles actual route 259.6 km · driving distance
3h 48min estimated drive time
AUD 30 - AUD 37 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
133° SE bearing direction

How far is Bathurst from Wollongong?

The distance from Bathurst to Wollongong is 102.5 miles (165 km) as the crow flies. Wollongong is located SE of Bathurst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 161.3 miles, taking about 3h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in Australia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bathurst 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 Bathurst to Wollongong

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 48min AUD 30 - AUD 37 Flexible stops
Bus ~4h 34min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 37min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bathurst & Wollongong

Quick Facts

Bathurst
33.42°S, 149.58°E
Australia/Sydney
670m elevation
Wollongong
34.42°S, 150.89°E
Australia/Sydney
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 242.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM