Cradle Mountain to Wollongong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

566.9 miles 912.3 km · straight line
886.8 miles actual route 1427.2 km · driving distance
20h 51min estimated drive time
AUD 167 - AUD 206 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
30° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cradle Mountain from Wollongong?

The distance from Cradle Mountain to Wollongong is 566.9 miles (912.3 km) as the crow flies. Wollongong is located NNE of Cradle Mountain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 886.8 miles, taking about 20h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in Australia — Cradle Mountain in Tasmania 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 Cradle Mountain 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 Cradle Mountain to Wollongong

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 51min AUD 167 - AUD 206 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 1min $71–$133* Budget
Train ~27h 6min $106–$310* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cradle Mountain & Wollongong

Quick Facts

Cradle Mountain
41.65°S, 145.95°E
Australia/Hobart
1545m 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 189 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM