Public Transport

Visit the Transport for NSW website to plan your journey by bus or train.

There are also some great mobile apps to help you get around on public transport.

Wollongong is part of the Sydney Trains network. Trains are a great way to get around locally, or between Wollongong and Sydney, including Sydney airport.

For more information, visit the Sydney Trains website.

Gong Shuttle

The free Gong Shuttle Bus (55A and 55C) links the centre of Wollongong with the railway station, the hospital, TAFE and University campuses, and beaches.

The Gong Shuttle runs every 10 to 20 minutes.

You can see a map of the routes and stops using the links below:

• 55A Gong Shuttle (anticlockwise loop)
• 55C Gong Shuttle (clockwise loop)

The Gong Shuttle is jointly funded by Wollongong City Council, Transport for NSW, and the University of Wollongong. In 2024, we confirmed Council's continued support of this service over the next three years.

Other buses

You can find information about local bus routes on the Transport for NSW website.

Bus companies that service our area are:

• Premier Illawarra (02) 4271 1322
• Dions Bus Service (02) 4243 8888
• Busabout linking Wollongong and Campbelltown (02) 4631 4200

Council looks after bus shelters and seats at bus stops across the city.

If you notice any damage at a bus shelter, please report it to us.

You can also use the button below to suggest a location for a new bus shelter.

Community Transport Wollongong Shellharbour (CTWS) offers affordable and reliable community transport options for people who have difficulty accessing private and public transport.

To find out more, visit the CTWS website.