Sydney, New South Wales, Australia to Wollongong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Sydney, New South Wales, Australia from Wollongong?

The distance from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia to Wollongong is 42.4 miles (68.2 km) as the crow flies. Wollongong is located SSW of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 52.1 miles, taking about 1h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 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.