How to travel from Geelong to Port Lincoln, Australia

The distance between Geelong and Port Lincoln is around 1,183km (735 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 55m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Geelong to Port Lincoln by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Port LincolnGeelong if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Avalon (AVV) to Port Lincoln (PLO).

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Flight time4h 25m
  • Typical cost
    A$1,335($900)
Operated byJetstar+ 2 others
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Bus

Take the bus to Ballarat then Adelaide and then to Port Lincoln.

  • Duration19h 50m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$185($125)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Southern Cross then take the bus to South Eastern Fwy and then to Port Lincoln.

  • Duration23hrs
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$230($155)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Port Lincoln.

  • Duration14h 45m
  • Distance1,349km (838 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Geelong and Port Lincoln

There are several options for getting from Geelong to Port Lincoln by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around A$185 ($125) and will take around 19h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$1,335 ($900).

The distance between Geelong and Port Lincoln is around 1,183km (735 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 850km (528 miles)

It takes around 4h 55m to get from Geelong and Port Lincoln by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Geelong to Port Lincoln is to fly which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx A$1,335 ($900).

The cheapest way to travel between Geelong and Port Lincoln, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around A$185 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Geelong and Port Lincoln. We recommend that you fly from Avalon (AVV) to Port Lincoln (PLO). instead which will take 4h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Geelong and Port Lincoln. It typically takes around 19h 50m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Geelong to Port Lincoln. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Ballarat and Adelaide. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 19h 50m.

V/Line, Firefly Express and Stateliner run regular bus services between Geelong and Port Lincoln. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 19h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Geelong and Port Lincoln. Flights depart from Avalon (AVV) and arrive at Port Lincoln (PLO) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 4h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Geelong to Port Lincoln. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD) and Adelaide (ADL). This services will take at least 4h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Geelong to Port Lincoln typically takes around 4h 25m. Flights depart from Avalon (AVV) and and arrive into Port Lincoln (PLO).

The closest major airport to Port Lincoln is Port Lincoln Airport (PLO) (PLO) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Port Lincoln. Whyalla Airport (WYA) (WYA) and Adelaide Airport (ADL) (ADL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Geelong and Port Lincoln. The distance is around 1,349km (838 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Geelong to Port Lincoln is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around A$1,335 ($900).

How do I get from Geelong to Port Lincoln

Compare travel optionsbetween Geelong and Port Lincoln

Transport options from Geelong to Port Lincoln
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 55m
A$1,335($900)
on demand2,200km (1,367 miles)
Bus
19h 50m
A$185($125)
3 times a week1,414km (878 miles)
Train and Bus
23hrs
A$230($155)
once a week1,602km (995 miles)
Drive + 1 similar
14h 45m
A$255($170)
on demand1,349km (838 miles)
Train, Bus and Ferry17h 35m
A$280($190)
twice a week1,183km (735 miles)

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Airports near Port Lincoln

The following major airports near Port Lincoln offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.

PLO
Port Lincoln Airport (PLO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Port Lincoln
WYA
Whyalla Airport (WYA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
241km (150 miles) from Port Lincoln
ADL
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
International Airport
Distance
246km (153 miles) from Port Lincoln