Wollongong to Yarra Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

378.7 miles 609.5 km · straight line
509.3 miles actual route 819.7 km · driving distance
9h 52min estimated drive time
AUD 96 - AUD 118 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Wollongong from Yarra Valley?

The distance from Wollongong to Yarra Valley is 378.7 miles (609.5 km) as the crow flies. Yarra Valley is located SW of Wollongong. By car, the driving distance is approximately 509.3 miles, taking about 9h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in Australia — Wollongong in New South Wales and Yarra Valley in Victoria.

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 Wollongong and Yarra Valley. 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 Wollongong to Yarra Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 52min AUD 96 - AUD 118 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 50min $41–$76* Budget
Train ~9h 22min $61–$178* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Wollongong & Yarra Valley

Quick Facts

Wollongong
34.42°S, 150.89°E
Australia/Sydney
29m elevation
Yarra Valley
37.75°S, 145.50°E
Australia/Melbourne
100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 126 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM