Transport
Getting to Margaret River
Margaret River is situated 272 kilometres south of Perth.
Travelling by air
Those travelling from overseas, interstate or northern Western Australia will need to board a flight into Perth Airport. The International Airport has frequent services from Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Abu Dahbi, Dubai, Hong Kong, Johannesberg and Auckland making it accessible for wherever you are in the world!
Those traveling from Sydney and Melbourne can choose to fly into the Busselton Airport which is located south of Perth and within the event area.
Visa Information
Each rider is responsible for researching and arranging to meet any international visa requirements for your travel. For the most up to date information please visit the website of the Australian Government Department of Immigration and Border Protection.
Travelling by car
There are two main highways that can be taken to arrive at Margaret River. The route is well sign posted and the journey will take approximately 3 hours. Visitors arriving via Perth airport can now take a very quick route along Roe Highway which flows directly into Kwinana Freeway (National Route 1- State Route 2). People already residing in Perth should begin their journey by heading out of the city south along Kwinana Freeway.
Continue south along this highway which becomes Forrest Highway until Bunbury. Turn left at the first roundabout in Bunbury onto Robertson Drive (State Route 10). At the next roundabout you reach turn left again onto Bussell Highway (State Route 10) and continue to Busselton. As you approach Busselton, go straight through any roundabouts and then left at the end (Vasse roundabout) onto Bussell Hwy. This road will take you through beautiful farming country and grape vines and on to Margaret River.
The alternative highway is the inland route which is a little slower getting here, but quite scenic. Click here to view a larger map and directions.
Travelling by bus
Southwest Coachlines operate a daily return service between Perth and Margaret River via Busselton. The Perth service can be boarded at Perth Elizabeth Quay Busport, Perth Airport Domestic or International Terminal. The bus journey takes approximately 4 hours 30 minutes depending on your time of departure. For more information and to book your bus fare click here.
More Information
For more information on travelling to the Margaret River region please visit www.margaretriver.com/getting-here/ or view a larger map and directions here.
Public Transport
Getting around Margaret River by bus
For information on train and bus services within the region we recommend you get in touch with your local visitor centre or the regional public bus service Western Australia’s Public Transport Authority.
As is typical in regional Western Australia, public transport is limited to main routes only and we would not recommend relying on public transport to make your way around the region for the duration of your holiday. For private touring, charters are a great option offered by many local companies.
Getting To The Stages
Estimated times of travel
Stage 1 Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse |
Stage 2 Nannup |
Stage 3 CBCo Brewing |
Stage 4 |
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From Margaret River |
40 mins |
50 mins (allow extra time 30 mins) |
10 mins (allow extra time 30 mins) |
45 mins |