Getting Here
We’re closer than you think! Just jump in the car, hop on a train or board a plane. You’ll be here in a jiffy.
Located just 268km north-west of Sydney, no matter how you choose to get yourself to Mudgee Region, it’s all part of the adventure. You’ll feel your senses tingle as the city-scape blurs out of view and the vast country landscape opens in front of you.
Drive
The road trip
From Sydney: around 3.5 hours along the Great Western Highway through the Blue Mountains, or follow the Bells Line of Road to Lithgow. The turn off for Mudgee is just past Lithgow (the last traffic lights you’ll see for a while). On your journey, be sure to plan enough time for a detour to explore the gorgeous heritage towns of Gulgong, Rylstone and Kandos.
From Newcastle: take the famous Bylong Valley Way for a 4 hour drive via Denman and Sandy Hollow. Turn at Sandy Hollow and explore the villages of Rylstone or Kandos before arriving in Mudgee. Alternatively, take the road via Merriwa and Ulan to Gulgong or Mudgee.
From Wollongong: around 4 hours along the Great Western Highway and Castlereagh Highway. Goodbye surf and sea, hello rolling hills and trees.
From Canberra: 5 hours via Yass, Cowra and Wellington or via Cowra and Bathurst or via The Tablelands Way through Goulburn, Crookwell and Oberon to Bathurst, then Wattle Flat, Sofala and Mudgee. The road is fully sealed, easy peasy.
Fly
Be here in no time, take to the air
Sydney to Mudgee: FlyPelican connects city-siders with a short 45 minute flight to Mudgee Region, allowing you more time on the ground to indulge.
Newcastle to Mudgee (via Sydney): 1.5 hour flight via Sydney. FlyPelican operates a 19 seat British Aerospace Jetstream 32 Aircraft between Newcastle/Sydney+ Mudgee.
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Train + Coach
Take in the scenery, relax
Hop on a train and a coach. Coach services link with the Sydney Rail Network at Lithgow, daily.
Call Trainlink 13 22 32 or visit
We also sell Trainlink tickets at the Mudgee Visitor Information Centre (booking fees apply). Concessions available with stops in surrounding villages.
Featured this Month
Lazy Oak Wines
Lazy Oak is one of Mudgee’s newest and most welcoming cellar doors. Magnificent wines, delicious food and outstanding views for miles, make their cellar door a priority when visiting the Mudgee Region. One of our hidden gems.
Mudgee Honey Haven
Visit Mudgee Honey Haven and enjoy tantalising Honey Mead + Fresco tastings, multiple honey flavours, medicinal honey, the Beecare beauty range + more, supporting small and local businesses. Enjoy a strong coffee at the on site café, have a try of putt putt golf, or even taste some delectable honey ice cream to satisfy your sweet tooth. A must for your Mudgee Region bucket list. Proudly certified organic, Australian made + part of the Manuka Honey Association.
Wilgowrah – A Country Escape
Three Luxury Escapes – One Stunning Backdrop. Wilgowrah specialises in unique, contemporary accommodation suited for couples in a picturesque and historic setting just 5km from Mudgee. Enjoy the off-grid luxe Gawthorne’s Hut, cosy + peaceful Tom’s Cottage, or the restored, quaint Wilgowrah Church. Enjoy the unique Wilgowrah experience.
Soldiers Motel
Centrally located to Mudgee CBD and just 50 metres from Club Mudgee, Soldiers Motel is just around the corner from cafes, restaurants, pubs and boutique shopping, the perfect, convenient stay for your next getaway.
Gulgong Gold Experience
Visit the site of the 1870 Gold Rush at Red Hill in Gulgong, step back in time and soak up the rich history. Take a walk down the replica mine shaft and explore the incredible mining memorabilia, or even try your hand at gold panning. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 1pm – 3pm.
Perry Street Hotel
Perry Street Hotel, Mudgee’s favourite boutique hotel, located in Mudgee CBD. Housed in the historic Mechanics Institute, every charming king suite has its own story to tell. 13 stunning self-contained suites offering a premium accommodation experience.