Brisbane to Wollongong: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Brisbane from Wollongong?
The distance from Brisbane to Wollongong is 496.8 miles (799.5 km) as the crow flies. Wollongong is located SSW of Brisbane. By car, the driving distance is approximately 609.6 miles, taking about 12h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in Australia — Brisbane in Queensland 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.
Coordinates come from public place data for Brisbane 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 166 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
- You could travel this distance about 50.1 times to circle the Earth's equator