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

The cheapest way to get from Colac to Apollo Bay is to bus which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 36m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Colac and Apollo Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colac Bus Interchange/Gellibrand St and arriving at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd. Services depart six times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Colac to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Colac and Apollo Bay is 80 km. The road distance is 63.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colac to Apollo Bay without a car is to bus which takes 1h 36m and costs $5 - $7.

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

The bus from Colac Bus Interchange/Gellibrand St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd takes 1h 36m including transfers and departs six times a week.

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

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

Where does the Colac to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colac to Apollo Bay?

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

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 388+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Colac to Apollo Bay 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 Colac Bus Interchange/Gellibrand St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdMarengo - Colac Via Forrest, Skenes Creek, Apollo Bay
1h 36m
$5–7
Drive 63.1 km
1. Drive from Colac to Apollo Bay63.1 km
1h 7m
$13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colac to Apollo Bay63.1 km
1h 7m
$120–160

Colac to Apollo Bay by bus

6Weekly Buses

1h 36mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colac to Apollo Bay.

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Distance: 80.3 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Regional Transit operates a bus from Colac Bus Interchange/Gellibrand St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd 6 times a week. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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