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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay is to bus which costs $3 - $35 and takes 7h 39m.

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 $45 - $70.

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 $15 - $40.

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 388+ 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 Station
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Geelong Station
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd
6h 11m
$15–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Geelong Station/Railway TceCoach
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
7h 39m
$3–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Footscray Station
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Colac Station
3. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd
6h 53m
$19–27
Drive 243.1 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay243.1 km
3h 21m
$47–67

Castlemaine to Apollo Bay by train and bus

21Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castlemaine to Apollo Bay.

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Distance: 310.1 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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