Full-Day Self-Drive Itinerary: Great Ocean Road

Starting/Ending Point: Melbourne
Total Distance: ~550 km return
Drive Time: Approx. 9–10 hours (with stops)
Best Time to Start: 07:30 – 08:00 AM

⏰ 08:00 AM – Depart from Melbourne

Start early to make the most of your day. Grab a takeaway coffee and hit the M1 (Princes Freeway) heading west toward Torquay.

📍 9:30 AM – Stop 1: Torquay & Bells Beach

  • Visit the home of Aussie surfing culture.

  • Quick walk along Bells Beach lookout.

  • Optional breakfast at a local café.

📍 10:45 AM – Stop 2: Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch

  • Snap a photo at the iconic Memorial Arch.

  • Learn the history behind the world-famous road.

📍 11:30 AM – Stop 3: Lorne

  • Take a short break to enjoy the scenic coastal town.

  • Visit Teddy’s Lookout for panoramic views.

📍 12:30 PM – Stop 5: Apollo Bay – Lunch Stop

  • Refuel with lunch at a seafront restaurant or fish & chips.

  • Optional stroll on the beach.

📍 13:15 PM – Drive Through Great Otway National Park

  • Take the inland route through lush rainforest.

  • Stop at Maits Rest Rainforest Walk (30 mins loop walk).

📍 14:45 PM – Stop 6: Twelve Apostles

  • The highlight of your trip – stunning limestone stacks!

  • Walk the boardwalks and lookout points.

  • Optional: Book a helicopter ride for aerial views. That’s a great adventure. Cost approx A$190 per person. Contact us for booking +61 450 388 648 or +61 424 090 090

📍 15:30 PM – Stop 7: Loch Ard Gorge

  • Visit nearby Gibson Steps, Razorback, and Island Archway.

  • Learn the shipwreck history and explore beaches.

📍 16:30 PM – Optional Stop: Port Campbell

  • Grab coffee/snack before the return journey.

  • Relax by the quaint harbour.

📍17:00 PM – Start Return to Melbourne via Inland Route (Princes Hwy)

  • Easier and faster route back via Colac.

⏰ 19:00–20:00 PM – Arrive Back in Melbourne

Tips for a Safe & Enjoyable Drive

  • Fuel up before leaving Melbourne or at Apollo Bay.

  • Obey speed limits and road signs.

  • Avoid driving after dark due to wildlife.

  • Carry water, sunscreen, and a power bank.

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