Route Facts

Driving distance: 877 kms

Driving time: approximately 8 - 12 hours

Average petrol consumption: 90 - 125 litres

About the Journey

Transfercar – Melbourne to Sydney

There is so much to see and do along the way from Melbourne to Sydney it would be a shame to fly. Organising a car or campervan through Transfercar allows you to see the sights and have the adventures you choose and it’s free. To find out more about the vehicles available from Transfercar, please click here.

With a car or campervan from Transfercar you can explore stunning scenery, historical attractions and breathtaking natural beauty all at your own pace. Looking at heading from Melbourne to Sydney? Transfercar can help you get there and for free.

Eden

Places to stay: Eden Oceanview, Eden Gateway Holiday Park, Eden Bed & Breakfast, The Beach Retreat, Hibiscus Heights.

Places to eat and go out: Eden Smokehouse, Sprout Eden, Eden Road Wines.

Places to see and things to do: Eden Heritage Walk, Marine Wildlife Tours, Eden Killer Whale Museum, Eden Whale Festival, Reef Fishing.

Ulladulla

The Ulladulla region includes Milton, Mollymook, Burrill Lake and Bawley Point, offering a peaceful stop-over on your journey. Browse antique stores, enjoy a long lunch overlooking the harbour, kayak, or go fishing.

Places to stay: Kiola Beach Holiday Cabins, Mollymook Beach Aquarius, Harbour View Apartments Ulladulla, Mollymook Seaspray Motel, Ulladulla Headland Tourist Park.

Places to eat and go out: Clyde River Berry Farm, Rick Stein at Bannisters.

Places to see and things to do: Soul Rider Surf Lessons, Pigeon House Mountain Scenic Flights, Milton Theatre, Eco Kayak Tour, Surf & Fish Charters Ulladulla.

Kiama

Kiama offers uncrowded beaches, majestic rainforests and rolling pastures. Home to the famous Kiama Blowhole, it provides many local experiences.

Places to stay: Carinya Cottage Holiday House, Riversea Cottage Gerroa, Seven Mile Beach B & B, Kiama Harbour Cabins, Kiama Ocean View Motor Inn.

Places to eat and go out: Stonegrill at Anchor Inn, Jamberoo Bowling & Recreation Club, Gerringong Golf Club, Shimmer Restaurant & Bar.

Places to see and things to do: Dolphin Day Trip, Kiama Terrace House, Minnamurra River Canoe or Kayak Adventures, Colourful Trips, Illawarra Fly Sunrise Tour.

Wollongong

Close to Sydney but a stunning region in its own right, Wollongong is the perfect place to relax before reaching the city.

Places to stay: Quality Suites Pioneer Sands, Boat Harbour Motel, Beach Park Motor Inn, Corrimal Beach Tourist Park, Windang Beach Tourist Park.

Places to eat and go out: Bombora Seafood, La Marina, Lorenzo’s Diner, Michael’s Trattoria, The Illawarra Brewery.

Places to see and things to do: Hang Glide Oz, Science Centre and Planetarium, Wollongong City Raceway, Wollongong Comedy, Wollongong Botanic Garden.

Sydney

Sydney is Australia’s most populated city, full of vibrancy and amazing adventures. This stunning coastal city has so much to offer.

Places to stay: Poplar Tourist Park, Coogee Sands Hotel and Apartments, Central Station Hotel, Mowbray Park Farm Stay, Narellan Motor Inn.

Places to eat and go out: Efendy, Bavarian Bier Café, Vine Odyssey, The Cut Bar & Grill, Sake Restaurant & Bar.

Places to see and things to do: Activity Tours, Sydney Wildlife Tours, Manly Ferry, The Rocks, Sydney Coast Walks.

Using Transfercar’s free car and campervan service allows you to travel at your own pace, seeing the sights and attractions that appeal to you.

We highly recommend driving from Melbourne to Sydney and enjoying what this stretch of coastline has to offer, with experiences unlike anywhere else.

About Relocations

Transfercar's relocations are free to drive rental cars and campervans that need to be moved between specific locations and are available between set dates.

Often vehicles will come with free petrol, insurance and extras such as ferry crossings, with many offering additional days that can be purchased at a discounted rate.

If you are interested in relocating a free car or campervan, check out our video on how to book a vehicle and go ahead and request one today!