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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Apollo Bay is to train and bus via Geelong which costs $8 - $26 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Apollo Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Apollo Bay. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Footscray to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Footscray and Apollo Bay is 228 km. The road distance is 176.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Apollo Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Footscray to Apollo Bay, including transfers.

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

Footscray to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Footscray to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Apollo Bay is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Footscray to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 382+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Footscray 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
best
1. Take the train from Footscray 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
4h 25m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
4h 34m
$2–30
Drive 176.4 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Apollo Bay176.4 km
2h 30m
$35–50
Train, bus via Geelong
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Geelong StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
4h 34m
$8–25

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 227.7 km
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 4h 34m.

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