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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Apollo Bay is to train and bus via Geelong which costs $13 - $35 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Apollo Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Apollo Bay. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Sunshine Station/City Pl and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Essendon to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Essendon and Apollo Bay is 203 km. The road distance is 182.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Apollo Bay without a car is to train and bus via Geelong which takes 5h 9m and costs $13 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Essendon to Apollo Bay, including transfers.

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

Essendon to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Sunshine Station/City Pl.

Where does the Essendon to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Apollo Bay is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Essendon to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 383+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essendon 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 Southern Cross Station to Geelong StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
5h 9m
$14–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
6h 6m
$6–34
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
5h 48m
Drive 182.7 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Apollo Bay182.7 km
2h 37m
$36–52

Essendon to Apollo Bay by train and bus

21Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 203.3 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Sunshine Station/City Pl, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 6h 6m.

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