Journeys
Traveling to Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale, Victoria, can be a scenic journey in itself. Here are some picturesque routes and methods to make your trip enjoyable:
By Car If you’re coming from Melbourne, taking the Great Ocean Road is a spectacular option. This iconic route offers breathtaking coastal views, charming seaside towns, and natural landmarks. Though it’s a bit of a detour, the drive provides a memorable start to your journey.
From Geelong, you can take the Bellarine Highway to the Bellarine Peninsula, which leads to Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. This route offers lovely countryside views and a glimpse of the region’s vineyards and farms.
For a more direct approach, you can drive from Torquay along the Surf Coast Highway and then take the Bellarine Highway to Queenscliff. This route is efficient and provides some coastal views as you approach Queenscliff.
By Ferry: For a unique and scenic experience, take the ferry from Queenscliff to Sorrento. The ferry ride across Port Phillip Bay offers stunning views of the bay and the Melbourne skyline in the distance. Once in Sorrento, you can explore the Mornington Peninsula before returning to Queenscliff.
By Train and Bus: Take a train from Melbourne to Geelong, a journey that offers views of the countryside and coastline as you approach the Geelong region.
From Geelong, you can catch a bus to Queenscliff or Point Lonsdale. The bus ride provides a scenic view of the Bellarine Peninsula’s rural and coastal landscapes.
Cycling: For the adventurous, consider cycling the Bellarine Rail Trail, which connects Geelong with Queenscliff. This 35 km trail offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside, vineyards, and coastal areas. It’s a great way to experience the region’s natural beauty up close.
Scenic Drives: As you approach Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale, consider taking a leisurely drive around the Bellarine Peninsula. This route will take you through charming small towns, scenic coastal vistas, and picturesque farmland. Driving from Ocean Grove to Queenscliff is another scenic route that offers coastal views and charming local attractions.
Local Attractions Along the Way: If you have time, stop by Barwon Heads on your way to Queenscliff or Point Lonsdale. This seaside town offers beautiful beaches and charming local shops and cafes. Explore local vineyards and farm gates along the Bellarine Peninsula for a taste of regional produce and wine.
Choosing any of these scenic routes will enhance your journey to Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale, allowing you to enjoy the stunning landscapes and local attractions along the way.
Searoad Ferries
Searoad Ferries is the iconic car and passenger ferry service sailing Melbourne’s Port Phillip Bay between Sorrento and Queenscliff. Searoad Ferries was originally known as Peninsula Searoad Transport... and has been operating the car and passenger ferry service between Sorrento and Queenscliff since 1987. The service first crossed Port Phillip Heads on 13th September 1987 and was the culmination of 30 years of dreaming, planning and lobbying by many people and organisations in both communities of southern Port Phillip Bay. The first purpose built 35 vehicle vessel was built in Carrington NSW. Despite scepticism about the viability of the service, especially during winter months, from September 1987 the “M.V. Peninsula Princess” rarely missed a scheduled crossing. A ticket office and transit lounge were built in Queenscliff during January 1990 and in Sorrento in April 1992.
Bellarine Railway
- 5258 2069
- The Bellarine Railway - Queenscliff Station, Symonds Street, Queenscliff VIC, Australia
- bellarinerailway.com.au
The Bellarine Railway is a not-for-profit, volunteer run organisation offering steam train rides, train driver experiences, group charters, as well as family events and specials.