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

The cheapest way to get from Warrnambool to Apollo Bay is to bus which costs $2 - $19 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warrnambool to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Warrnambool and Apollo Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Warrnambool Station/Merri St station and arriving at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Warrnambool to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Warrnambool and Apollo Bay is 166 km. The road distance is 157.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Apollo Bay without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $2 - $19.

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

The bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs three times a week.

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

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

Where does the Warrnambool to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

Warrnambool to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd station.

Can I drive from Warrnambool to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Warrnambool to Apollo Bay is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Warrnambool to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 384+ hotels available in Apollo Bay.

Warrnambool to Apollo Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Warrnambool to Apollo Bay by bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
3h 30m
$2–19
Drive 157.4 km
1. Drive from Warrnambool to Apollo Bay157.4 km
2h 3m
$31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Warrnambool 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
3h 45m

Warrnambool to Apollo Bay by bus

3Weekly Buses

3h 30mAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 166 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd 3 times a week. Tickets cost $2–19 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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