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

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine to Apollo Bay is to train and bus which costs $8 - $26 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine and Apollo Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine station to Apollo Bay. However, there are services departing from Sunshine Station/City Pl and arriving at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Sunshine to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Sunshine and Apollo Bay is 184 km. The road distance is 174.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine to Apollo Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 29m and costs $8 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Sunshine to Apollo Bay, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Sunshine to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunshine to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine to Apollo Bay is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Sunshine to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 386+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sunshine 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 Sunshine Station to Geelong StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
4h 29m
$8–25
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
4h 29m
$2–30
Train, bus via Colac
1. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Geelong Station
2. Take the train from Geelong Station to Colac Station
3. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd
5h 23m
$19–26
Drive 174.8 km
1. Drive from Sunshine to Apollo Bay174.8 km
2h 29m
$34–49

Sunshine to Apollo Bay by train and bus

21Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sunshine to Apollo Bay.

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Distance: 183.6 km
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 4h 29m.

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