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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ararat to Apollo Bay

Composite routes from Ararat to Apollo Bay

Cheapest
3 h 9 min
Car
238 km.
from $13
Other
6 h 43 min
174 km.
from $16.72
8 h 30 min
174 km.
from $17.28
6 h 43 min
Train, Bus
174 km.
from $58.22
7 h 37 min
174 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ararat to Deer
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.72–$7.63
Train from Deer Park to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.09–$7.00
Train from Geelong to Colac
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.00

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Ararat to North
Ave. Duration:
2h 43m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$22.90–$59.78

Bus operators

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Visitor
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.14–$12.08
Bus from Barkly St/Ingor St to Warrnambool
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.67–$17.81
Bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Visitor
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.65–$13.99

Hutchinson

Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au/footer/customer-service/operator-contact-details/?utm_source=open_data_click_agency&utm_medium=open_data_agency_click&utm_campaign=open_data_click
Bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Visitor
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Apollo Bay is to bus which costs $3.70 - $27.17 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Apollo Bay is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Apollo Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat to Apollo Bay. However, there are services departing from Barkly St/Ingor St and arriving at Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd via Warrnambool Station/Merri St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Ararat to Apollo Bay?

The distance between Ararat and Apollo Bay is 366 km. The road distance is 236.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Apollo Bay without a car is to train and bus via Truganina which takes 6h 43m and costs $9.78 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Ararat to Apollo Bay, including transfers.

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

Ararat to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Barkly St/Ingor St station.

Where does the Ararat to Apollo Bay bus arrive?

Ararat to Apollo Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Warrnambool Station/Merri St.

Can I drive from Ararat to Apollo Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Apollo Bay is 237 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Ararat to Apollo Bay.

Where can I stay near Apollo Bay?

There are 315+ hotels available in Apollo Bay. Prices start at $86.90 per night.
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