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

The cheapest way to get from Chadstone to Apollo Bay is to bus and train which costs $12 - $30 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chadstone to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $35 - $60.

How far is it from Chadstone to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Chadstone and Apollo Bay is 211 km. The road distance is 198 km.

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

The best way to get from Chadstone to Apollo Bay without a car is to train and bus via Geelong which takes 5h 26m and costs $13 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Chadstone to Apollo Bay, including transfers.

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

Chadstone to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Chadstone to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chadstone to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Chadstone to Apollo Bay is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Chadstone to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 385+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

Chadstone to Apollo Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Chadstone and Apollo Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Chadstone to Apollo Bay. However, there are services departing from Baradine St/Waverley Rd and arriving at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

There are 5 ways to get from Chadstone to Apollo Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Geelong
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
5h 26m
$14–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
7h 35m
$6–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Colac StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdMarengo - Colac Via Forrest, Skenes Creek, Apollo Bay
6h 5m
Drive 198 km
1. Drive from Chadstone to Apollo Bay198 km
2h 46m
$39–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Waverley Rd/Warrigal Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson St903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Geelong Station
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd
7h 33m
$12–30

Chadstone to Apollo Bay by train and bus

21Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.2 km
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Baradine St/Waverley Rd to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, King St/Lonsdale St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 7h 35m.

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