Wollongong

Sydney Airport, colloquially known as Mascot Airport, is the closest airport to Wollongong. Connecting links between the airport and Wollongong are provided by rail and road. By road, the trip is an easy hour-long drive to Wollongong. Follow the signs from the airport towards Wollongong and Rockdale to get to the Princes Highway, and from there follow the road and directional signage south to Wollongong. For a direct link to Wollongong by rail, catch an airport train to Wolli Creek and then change platforms for a train on the South Coast Line to Wollongong. Peak hour trains to Wollongong sometimes skip Wolli Creek, in which case you can change trains at Hurstville for a train to Wollongong. Travel time is less than 2 hours.

Wollongong’s free Gong Shuttle Bus makes it easy to get around the city. The service operates in both directions on a loop from Wollongong Station to Wollongong University via Wollongong Hospital, Burelli Street and the Innovation Campus. On weekdays the shuttle operates every 10 minutes between 7am and 6pm and every 20 minutes from 6pm to 10pm. On weekends the shuttle operates every 20 minutes between 9am and 5:20pm. The route numbers for the Gong Shuttle are 55A and 55C.

Wollongong Train Station is centrally located on the South Coast Line of the Transport NSW intercity network. Many nearby beaches, such as Stanwell Park, Wombarra, Coledale, Austinmer and Thirroul, are accessible with an hourly service. Heading further south, the train line also connects you to beautiful coastal towns like Shellharbour, Kiama and Gerringong, as well as the charming hinterland village of Berry.

Country code: +61 Area code: (0)2

Australia operates on a 230/240V supply voltage and 50Hz frequency. The country uses Type I power plugs, which feature two flat pins forming a 'V' shape, along with a grounding pin. This standard is also commonly used in New Zealand, Argentina, China, and several Pacific island nations. Remember to pack a universal adapter if your devices use a different plug type to ensure hassle-free charging.