Hobart to Wollongong city centre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

614.8 miles 989.5 km · straight line
1002.8 miles actual route 1613.9 km · driving distance
22h 52min estimated drive time
AUD 189 - AUD 232 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Hobart from Wollongong city centre?

The distance from Hobart to Wollongong city centre is 614.8 miles (989.5 km) as the crow flies. Wollongong city centre is located NNE of Hobart. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1002.8 miles, taking about 22h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in Australia — Hobart in Tasmania and Wollongong city centre 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 Hobart and Wollongong city centre. 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 Hobart to Wollongong city centre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 52min AUD 189 - AUD 232 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 26min $80–$150* Budget
Train ~29h 44min $120–$351* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hobart & Wollongong city centre

Quick Facts

Hobart
42.88°S, 147.33°E
Australia/Hobart
0m elevation
Wollongong city centre
34.43°S, 150.89°E
Australia/Sydney
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 205 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM