How to get from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train?

From Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train

To get from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 33 bus from Avondale Rd opp Ena Ave station to Princes Hwy opp Dapto Mall station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCO train and finally take the 53 bus from Oak Flats Station, Stanford Drive station to Southern Cross Bvd after Banks Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min.

67min

Leaves from Avondale Rd opp Ena Ave

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Avondale (NSW)
2
33
Wait for bus
33
Wollongong via Dapto
3
Ride to bus station
Princes Hwy opp Dapto Mall
10 min
4
Walk to train station
Dapto Station
ID 253020
360 m • 5 min
5

Wait for train
SCO
Kiama
6
Ride to train station
Oak Flats Station
ID 252920
11 min
7
Walk to bus station
Oak Flats Station, Stanford Drive
80 m • 2 min
8
53
Wait for bus
53
Wollongong Stn
9
Ride to bus station
Southern Cross Bvd after Banks Dr
25 min
10
Walk to
Shell Cove
10 m • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train via 33 and SCO

To get from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney, take the 33 bus from Avondale Rd opp Ena Ave station to Princes Hwy opp Dapto Mall station. Next, take the SCO train from Dapto Station station to Shellharbour Junction Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min.

56min

Leaves from Avondale Rd opp Ena Ave

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Avondale (NSW)
2
33
Wait for bus
33
Wollongong via Dapto
3
Ride to bus station
Princes Hwy opp Dapto Mall
10 min
4
Walk to train station
Dapto Station
ID 253020
360 m • 5 min
5

Wait for train
SCO
Kiama
6
Ride to train station
Shellharbour Junction Station
ID 2529218
15 min
7
Walk to
Shell Cove
1.55 km • 20 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transport directions from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove

The distance between Avondale (NSW), Sydney and Shell Cove, Sydney is approximately 27.97 km, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sydney – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Avondale (NSW)

Avondale (NSW) is located at Avondale (NSW), Sydney and the nearest public transport station is Avondale Rd after Ena Ave.

Bus stations close to Avondale (NSW):

Avondale Rd after Ena Ave
Penrose Dr after Goolagong St
Penrose Dr before Goolagong St

Public transport stations close to Shell Cove, Sydney

Shell Cove is located at Shell Cove, Sydney and the nearest public transport station is Southern Cross Bvd after Hinchinbrook Dr.

Train stations close to Shell Cove:

Minnamurra Station
Shellharbour Junction Station
Oak Flats Station

Bus stations close to Shell Cove:

Southern Cross Bvd after Hinchinbrook Dr
Shell Cove Public School, Killalea Dr
Southern Cross Bvd after Banks Dr

Alternative route from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train via 33 and SCO

56min

Leaves from Avondale Rd opp Ena Ave

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Avondale (NSW)
2
33
Wait for bus
33
Wollongong via Dapto
3
Ride to bus station
Princes Hwy opp Dapto Mall
10 min
4
Walk to train station
Dapto Station
ID 253020
360 m • 5 min
5

Wait for train
SCO
Kiama
6
Ride to train station
Shellharbour Junction Station
ID 2529218
15 min
7
Walk to
Shell Cove
1.55 km • 20 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove?
The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Bus line 33, Train line SCO, Bus line 53.
What is the alternative route to get from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove?
The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Bus line 33, Train line SCO.
Is there a direct bus between Avondale (NSW) and Shell Cove in Sydney?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.
Which bus line goes from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney?
The 33 bus line goes from Wollongong via Dapto station near Avondale (NSW) to Princes Hwy opp Dapto Mall station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Princes Hwy opp Dapto Mall station near Shell Cove in Sydney
How long does it take to travel from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney by bus and train?
The total travel time between Avondale (NSW) and Shell Cove in Sydney by bus and train is about 1 hr 7 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Avondale (NSW) to get to Shell Cove in Sydney?
Get on the 33 bus from the Wollongong via Dapto stop near Avondale (NSW) in Sydney.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Avondale (NSW) and Shell Cove in Sydney?
Get off the bus at the Princes Hwy opp Dapto Mall stop, which is closest to Shell Cove in Sydney.

Last updated on 24 January 2026

How to get from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train?

From Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train

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Alternative route from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train via 33 and SCO

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Alternative route from Avondale (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train via 33 and SCO

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