Sydney to Nowra drive: Distance, time and road trip stops
The Sydney to Nowra drive covers a 163km distance, with a driving time of around 2h5m. Stops to add to a Sydney to Nowra road trip itinerary include Symbio Wildlife Park and the Kiama Blowhole.
The Sydney to Nowra drive connects the New South Wales capital to the major hub for the Shoalhaven region. That’s not to say Nowra is the most attractive part of the Shoalhaven region – it is not. You’re far better off heading for the coast at Jervis Bay, Ulladulla or Mollymook.
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However, you may be passing through Nowra on a road trip further south – perhaps Sydney to Batemans Bay or Sydney to Merimbula. In which case, fair enough.
Sydney to Nowra distance and driving time
By car, the Sydney to Nowra drive covers a 163km distance, with a driving time of around two hours and five minutes.
This road trip from Sydney heads along the Princes Highway through the southern suburbs. It then passes between Royal National Park and Heathcote National Park, following the Illawarra Escarpment towards Wollongong.
Sydney to Nowra road trip stops: Helensburgh and Wollongong
At Helensburgh, one possible road trip stop is the Symbio Wildlife Park – a surefire hit with young kids.
Other good places to pull over include the Bulli Lookout near Austinmer Beach and the Mount Keira Lookout. The Wollongong Botanic Garden is close to the latter, while other Wollongong attractions include the twin lighthouses on the harbour.
Wollongong accommodation options worth considering include the apartment-style Adina, the facility-packed Novotel Northbeach and the Best Western City Sands, which is on a golf course.
6 fantastic Wollongong experiences to book before you arrive
- Tandem hang-gliding flight from Bald Hill – float down towards the beach.
- One hour private surf lesson in Woonona – learn the basics, and get standing on your board.
- Illawarra Fly ziplining course and treetop walk – test your nerves high up in the canopy.
- Tandem skydive with beach landing – feel the rush of freefall.
- Explore the city on a scavenger hunt – a fun way to get to know Wollongong better.
- Half day deep sea fishing adventure – haul in some big boys.
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