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

The cheapest way to get from Melton to Apollo Bay is to line 456 bus and train and bus which costs $14 - $35 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melton to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Melton and Apollo Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Melton to Apollo Bay. However, there are services departing from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St 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 26m.

How far is it from Melton to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Melton and Apollo Bay is 217 km. The road distance is 177.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melton to Apollo Bay without a car is to line 456 bus and train and bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $14 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Melton to Apollo Bay, including transfers.

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

Melton to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St station.

Where does the Melton to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

Melton to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Can I drive from Melton to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton to Apollo Bay is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Melton to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 392+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

Melton to Apollo Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 456 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Melton to Apollo Bay by bus, train, or car

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Line 456 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 456
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Geelong Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus
5h 39m
$15–35
Line 456 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 456
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus
6h 26m
$8–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Colac Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus Marengo - Colac Via Forrest, Skenes Creek, Apollo Bay
6h 18m
$28–37
Drive 177.6 km
1. Drive from Melton to Apollo Baycar 177.6 km
2h 28m
$32–46

Melton to Apollo Bay by bus and train

42Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Melton to Apollo Bay.

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Distance: 217.2 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Sunshine Station/City Pl, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 6h 26m.

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