Surf beaches, rainforest and the Twelve Apostles on Victoria's coast. That is what Great Ocean Road promises, and it delivers. At about 150 miles (241 km), it is a drive best taken slowly, over 2–3 days, with time to pull over whenever the view demands it on the way from Torquay to Port Campbell.
Open this route in XCRSNSetting out from Torquay
Start early, with a full tank and a loose plan. Torquay is where the road begins, and the first miles set the rhythm for everything that follows.
The first big moment is Twelve Apostles. Give it the time it deserves; it is why many people make this trip at all.
Along the way
The road strings together Lorne, Apollo Bay and Twelve Apostles. Each one makes a natural break, and Apollo Bay sits close to the middle if you want to split the drive with a night's sleep.
Do not miss Loch Ard Gorge.
Arriving in Port Campbell
Save energy for the final stretch: Koalas at Kennett River is still ahead.
By the end you will have seen Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and Koalas at Kennett River, and you will understand why Great Ocean Road belongs on any list of great drives.
When to go and how to pace it
The best time to drive it is November–April. Plan on 2–3 days so the drive never feels rushed.
Check route weather and fuel stops on the Plan tab before you go.
XCRSN prices fuel for every leg in the local currency, finds stops along the way and books overnights near each town.
