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

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

To get from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 2 bus from Lawrence Hargrave Dr opp Clifton School of Arts station to Scarborough Public School, Lawrence Hargrave Dr station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCO train and finally take the 53 bus from Wollongong Station, Station St station to Southern Cross Bvd after Hinchinbrook Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min.

103min

Leaves from Lawrence Hargrave Dr opp Clifton School of Arts

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Clifton (NSW)
2
2
Wait for bus
2
Wollongong
3
Ride to bus station
Scarborough Public School, Lawrence Hargrave Dr
2 min
4
Walk to train station
Scarborough Station
ID 251510
60 m • 1 min
5

Wait for train
SCO
Wollongong
6
Ride to train station
Wollongong Station
ID 250020
29 min
7
Walk to bus station
Wollongong Station, Station St
10 m • 1 min
8
53
Wait for bus
53
Stockland Shellhbr
9
Ride to bus station
Southern Cross Bvd after Hinchinbrook Dr
53 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train via 2 and SCO

To get from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney, take the 2 bus from Lawrence Hargrave Dr opp Clifton School of Arts station to Lawrence Hargrave Dr opp Thirroul Comm Centre & Library station. Next, take the SCO train from Thirroul Station station to Shellharbour Junction Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min.

106min

Leaves from Lawrence Hargrave Dr opp Clifton School of Arts

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Clifton (NSW)
2
2
Wait for bus
2
Wollongong
3
Ride to bus station
Lawrence Hargrave Dr opp Thirroul Comm Centre & Library
19 min
4
Walk to train station
Thirroul Station
ID 251550
150 m • 2 min
5

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

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transport directions from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove

The distance between Clifton (NSW), Sydney and Shell Cove, Sydney is approximately 46.9 km, which can typically be travelled in 103 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Clifton (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.

Alternative route from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove by bus and train via 2 and SCO

106min

Leaves from Lawrence Hargrave Dr opp Clifton School of Arts

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Clifton (NSW)
2
2
Wait for bus
2
Wollongong
3
Ride to bus station
Lawrence Hargrave Dr opp Thirroul Comm Centre & Library
19 min
4
Walk to train station
Thirroul Station
ID 251550
150 m • 2 min
5

Wait for train
SCO
Kiama
6
Ride to train station
Shellharbour Junction Station
ID 2529218
44 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 Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove?
The fastest way takes 103 minutes, using Bus line 2, Train line SCO, Bus line 53.
What is the alternative route to get from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove?
The alternative route takes 106 minutes, using Bus line 2, Train line SCO.
Is there a direct bus between Clifton (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 43 min.
Which bus line goes from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney?
The 2 bus line goes from Wollongong station near Clifton (NSW) to Scarborough Public School, Lawrence Hargrave Dr station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Scarborough Public School, Lawrence Hargrave Dr station near Shell Cove in Sydney.
How long does it take to travel from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney by bus and train?
The total travel time between Clifton (NSW) and Shell Cove in Sydney by bus and train is about 1 hr 43 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Clifton (NSW) to get to Shell Cove in Sydney?
Get on the 2 bus from the Wollongong stop near Clifton (NSW) in Sydney.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Clifton (NSW) and Shell Cove in Sydney?
Get off the bus at the Scarborough Public School, Lawrence Hargrave Dr stop, which is closest to Shell Cove in Sydney.
When is the first train from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney?
The first train from Clifton (NSW) to Shell Cove in Sydney is South Coast Line. It leaves the Scarborough Station station at 12:37.

Last updated on 21 February 2026

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

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