BY CAR/MOTORCYCLE

Driving from Melbourne to the Phillip Island Circuit is both straightforward and picturesque. Follow this step-by-step guide for a smooth journey:

Route overview

• Take the M1 (Monash Freeway) heading southeast.
• The drive covers approximately 140 kilometres (87 miles) and usually takes around 2 hours, depending on traffic.

Detailed directions

1) Start on the M1 Freeway (Monash Freeway)

• Begin your journey from Melbourne by taking the M1 via Flinders Street and Kingsway.
• Stay on the M1 heading southeast toward Dandenong.

2) Merge onto the South Gippsland Freeway (M420)

• Take the exit for the South Gippsland Freeway (M420) toward Cranbourne/Phillip Island.
• Continue along the M420, which transitions into the South Gippsland Highway.

3) Switch to the Bass Highway (B460)

• After Cranbourne, follow the M420 until you reach the exit for the Bass Highway (B460) toward Phillip Island.
• Travel along the B460, passing through towns like Grantville and Corinella.

4) Cross the San Remo Bridge

• Continue on the B460 until you arrive at the San Remo Bridge, the gateway to Phillip Island.

5) Follow Phillip Island Road (B420)

• After crossing the bridge, take Phillip Island Road (B420) through Newhaven.
• Stay on the B420 until you approach Cowes, then follow signs directing you to the Phillip Island Circuit.