Getting to the festival is easy with heaps of ways to arrive and depart:
BUS SHUTTLE
A regular 15-20 minute shuttle service will operate directly from South Geelong station, commencing 12.30pm through to 4pm. Return services commence at 6.30pm with stops at South Geelong station and one bus to Geelong’s CBD.
TRAIN
There are regular services to South Geelong station on V/line, buses will then run from South Geelong station to GABF Geelong.
TAXI
A taxi rank will be available at the event for departure.
- Geelong Taxi 131 008
- Bellarine Taxi 132 211
CAR
There will be parking at the event, however if you are planning to consume alcohol we suggest you utilise one of the other forms of transport. Parking will incur a $5 fee per car (all proceeds to Masters Football Club). Directions from Melbourne to Geelong Race Course. The TAC Vanessa bus will also be present at the festival with breath testing facilities.
PLANE
Avalon airport is a 20 minute drive from Geelong. See the Avalon Shuttle for services. Tullamarine Airport in Melbourne is approximately 90 minutes from Geelong. See Gull Shuttle for services.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Via bus Route 61 is the nearest bus route. For times of this other bus routes from outside Geelong go to Mcharrys bus timetable.
ACCOMODATION – camping is a great option!
The Geelong Showgrounds, alongside the racecourse, have powered sites available for $25. Onsite basic facilities incl. toilets/showers which are clean. This has got to be the cheapest option when staying in the region and you’re a stone’s throw from the fest. Ideal for campers, caravaners, recreational vehicles…
Contact Royal Geelong Agricultural & Pastoral Society 79 Breakwater Road. Phone (03) 5221 1707