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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Apollo Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Apollo Bay. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Castlemaine and Apollo Bay is 310 km. The road distance is 243.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay without a car is to train and bus via Geelong which takes 6h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay, including transfers.

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

Castlemaine to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where does the Castlemaine to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Apollo Bay is 243 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 393+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

Castlemaine to Apollo Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay by train, bus, or car

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

Train, bus via Geelong
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Footscray Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Geelong Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus
6h 11m
Drive 243.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Apollo Baycar 243.1 km
3h 21m
$44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Footscray Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Colac Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus
6h 49m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus Coach
7h 39m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay.

Launch map view

Distance: 310.2 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 7h 39m.

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