Gold Coast to Wollongong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

466.8 miles 751.2 km · straight line
564.7 miles actual route 908.8 km · driving distance
11h 12min estimated drive time
AUD 106 - AUD 131 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
198° SSW bearing direction

How far is Gold Coast from Wollongong?

The distance from Gold Coast to Wollongong is 466.8 miles (751.2 km) as the crow flies. Wollongong is located SSW of Gold Coast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 564.7 miles, taking about 11h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in Australia — Gold Coast in Queensland 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. 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 Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast to Wollongong

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 12min AUD 106 - AUD 131 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 26min $45–$85* Budget
Train ~10h 38min $68–$198* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gold Coast & Wollongong

Quick Facts

Gold Coast
28.02°S, 153.40°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m 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 156 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM