Bibbulmun Track vs Great Ocean Walk
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| Bibbulmun Track | Great Ocean Walk | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 880 km | 96 km |
| Elevation gain | 3,721 m | 1,657 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | National | Regional |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Best time to hike | Best months: May, September, October, November | Best months: February, March, May |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Bibbulmun Track vs Great Ocean Walk: which should you hike?
At 880 km, Bibbulmun Track is the longer route — roughly 784 km more than Great Ocean Walk (96 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Great Ocean Walk is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.