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

The cheapest way to get from Cranbourne to Apollo Bay is to train and bus via Geelong which costs $13 - $35 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cranbourne to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Cranbourne to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Cranbourne and Apollo Bay is 242 km. The road distance is 227.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cranbourne to Apollo Bay without a car is to train and bus via Geelong which takes 5h 56m and costs $13 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Cranbourne to Apollo Bay, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cranbourne to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cranbourne to Apollo Bay is 227 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cranbourne to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 384+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cranbourne 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 Cranbourne Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd
5h 56m
$14–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cranbourne Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Colac Station
3. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd
6h 35m
Drive 227.4 km
1. Drive from Cranbourne to Apollo Bay227.4 km
3h 14m
$45–65
Train, bus via Dandenong Station/Foster St
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
6h 31m
$17–39

Cranbourne to Apollo Bay by train and bus

21Weekly Services

5h 56mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.9 km
Duration: 5h 56m

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

There is no direct connection from Cranbourne to Apollo Bay. However, you can take the train to Southern Cross Station, take the train to Geelong Station, walk to Geelong Station/Railway Tce, then take the bus to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cranbourne Station to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Southern Cross Station, Colac Station, and Colac Station/Gellibrand St in around 6h 35m.

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