What is the cheapest way to get from Point Cook to Apollo Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Point Cook to Apollo Bay is to train and bus which costs $12 - $30 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Point Cook to Apollo Bay?

The fastest way to get from Point Cook to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Point Cook and Apollo Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Point Cook to Apollo Bay. However, there are services departing from Atlantis Dr/Point Cook Rd and arriving at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Williams Landing Station, Tarneit Station and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Point Cook to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Point Cook and Apollo Bay is 185 km. The road distance is 159.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Point Cook to Apollo Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $12 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Point Cook to Apollo Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Point Cook to Apollo Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Point Cook to Apollo Bay bus from?

Point Cook to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Tarneit Station.

Where does the Point Cook to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Point Cook to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Point Cook to Apollo Bay is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Point Cook to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 384+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Point Cook 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 Tarneit Station to Geelong StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
5h 15m
$12–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tarneit Station to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
5h 59m
$6–33
Train, bus via Colac
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
6h 2m
Drive 159.8 km
1. Drive from Point Cook to Apollo Bay159.8 km
2h 18m
$32–46

Point Cook to Apollo Bay by bus and train

21Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 185.4 km
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Atlantis Dr/Point Cook Rd to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Williams Landing Station, Tarneit Station, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 5h 59m.

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