What is the halfway point on the Great Ocean Road?

Apollo Bay is the halfway point on your Great Ocean Road drive journey. It's often referred to as the place where the ?hill meets the sea? and it's easy to understand why.



The picturesque town of Apollo Bay is widely considered the spiritual and logistical halfway point of Australia’s Great Ocean Road. Situated approximately 115 kilometers (71 miles) from the starting point in Torquay, it marks the transition from the rugged "Surf Coast" to the lush rainforests of the Otway Ranges. While the total road stretches 243 kilometers to Allansford, most 2026 travelers use Apollo Bay as their primary overnight stop to break up the journey. The town itself is a vibrant fishing village known for its fresh lobster and "Scallop Pies." Stopping here allows visitors to explore the nearby Maits Rest Rainforest Walk or the Cape Otway Lightstation before heading into the second half of the drive toward the iconic 12 Apostles. In 2026, it remains the most popular "base camp" for road trippers, providing a perfect balance between the dramatic Southern Ocean coastline and the serene, green hinterland of Victoria.

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