What is the cheapest way to get from Apollo Bay to Colac?

The cheapest way to get from Apollo Bay to Colac is to bus which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Apollo Bay to Colac?

The fastest way to get from Apollo Bay to Colac is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Apollo Bay and Colac?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd and arriving at Colac Bus Interchange/Gellibrand St. Services depart six times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Apollo Bay to Colac?

The distance between Apollo Bay and Colac is 80 km. The road distance is 63.4 km.

How do I travel from Apollo Bay to Colac without a car?

The best way to get from Apollo Bay to Colac without a car is to bus which takes 1h 28m and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Apollo Bay to Colac?

The bus from Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd to Colac Bus Interchange/Gellibrand St takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Apollo Bay to Colac bus from?

Apollo Bay to Colac bus services, operated by Regional Transit, depart from Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd station.

Where does the Apollo Bay to Colac bus arrive?

Apollo Bay to Colac bus services, operated by Regional Transit, arrive at Colac Bus Interchange/Gellibrand St station.

Can I drive from Apollo Bay to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between Apollo Bay to Colac is 63 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Apollo Bay to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 21+ hotels available in Colac.

Apollo Bay to Colac - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Apollo Bay to Colac by bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd to Colac Bus Interchange/Gellibrand StMarengo - Colac Via Forrest, Skenes Creek, Apollo Bay
1h 28m
$5–7
Drive 63.4 km
1. Drive from Apollo Bay to Colac63.4 km
1h 7m
$13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Apollo Bay to Colac63.4 km
1h 7m
$120–160

Apollo Bay to Colac by bus

6Weekly Buses

1h 28mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Apollo Bay to Colac.

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Distance: 79.6 km
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Apollo Bay, VIC, Australia and Colac, VIC, Australia?

Regional Transit operates a bus from Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd to Colac Bus Interchange/Gellibrand St 6 times a week. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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