A standard 3-day itinerary allows you to take in the scenery without rushing.
Day (1) Torquay to Apollo Bay (~100 km)Highlights: Stop at the famous Bells Beach (surfing capital), the Memorial Arch for photos, and grab fresh seafood in
Apollo Bay. Time: 2-3 hours of actual driving time, but expect to take all day with stops.
Day (2) Apollo Bay to Port Campbell (~95 km. Highlights: Drive through the dense eucalypt rainforest of the Great Otway National Park. Stop at Maits Rest for a rainforest boardwalk or take a detour to Cape Otway Lightstation. In the afternoon, explore the iconic limestone stacks including Loch Ard, Gorge and the 12 Apostles.
Day (3) Port Campbell to Warrnambool (~50 km). Highlights: Visit the Bay of Martyrs, the Grotto, and the London Arch. End your drive in Warrnambool, or continue inland to the Grampians if you wish.
Great Ocean Road Drive
Published: June 29, 2026 | Travel Mode: Road
The Great Ocean Road is a 243-kilometer stretch of winding coastal road in Victoria, Australia. It stretches from Torquay to Allansford.