Travel
Sorrento is located at the southern end of Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, approximately 90 minutes by car from Melbourne’s CBD. Travel times can vary considerably during weekends, public holidays and the summer holiday period, so allow additional time during peak periods.
Visitors can reach Sorrento by car, public transport or the Searoad Ferries car and passenger service from Queenscliff.
90 minDrive from Melbourne CBD
Route 788Bus from Frankston Station
40 to 45 minFerry crossing from Queenscliff
7am to 6pmHourly ferries, seven days
01 / Drive
Roughly 90 minutes from the CBD outside peak periods.
From Melbourne, travel south-east via the Monash Freeway, EastLink and Peninsula Link, then continue along the Mornington Peninsula Freeway towards Rosebud.
Tolls apply. CityLink and EastLink are toll roads. Check current traffic conditions and use live navigation when planning your journey, particularly during holiday periods.
02 / Public transport
Route 788 connects Frankston Station with Sorrento and Portsea.
Route 788 connects Frankston Station with Sorrento and Portsea, travelling through destinations including Dromana, Rosebud, Rye and Blairgowrie.
Service times and frequencies vary throughout the week, so passengers should check the current timetable before travelling. The service connects with trains at Frankston Station, although connection times may vary.
Route
Via Dromana, Rosebud, Rye and Blairgowrie.
Connections
Connects with metropolitan train services. Connection times may vary.
Ticketing
Buy or top up before you board. Cards cannot be purchased on the bus.
Organise your myki first. A valid myki is required, and you cannot buy or top up a myki after boarding a bus.
03 / Across the bay
Searoad Ferries, Sorrento to Queenscliff, seven days a week.
Searoad Ferries operates a car and passenger ferry between Sorrento and Queenscliff. Services normally depart every hour from 7am to 6pm, seven days a week, including public holidays. The crossing takes approximately 40 to 45 minutes.
On foot
Walk-on passengers should be at the terminal at least 20 minutes before departure.
With a vehicle
Advance booking is recommended for vehicles, particularly on weekends, public holidays and in summer.
On board
Bicycles can be taken aboard, and dogs travel free of charge when kept on a lead in designated outdoor areas.
Timetables may change because of maintenance, operating conditions or additional peak-period sailings, so check the live timetable and travel alerts before leaving.
Sorrento Ferry Terminal, 10 Esplanade, Sorrento. The accessible terminal offers step-free passenger boarding, a comfortable lounge and bar, panoramic bay views and ONDA restaurant.
04 / Once you arrive
Free and time-limited parking throughout the village.
Free and time-limited public parking is available throughout Sorrento, but spaces can be difficult to find during summer, weekends and public holidays. Always check parking signs, as restrictions vary between streets and car parks.
All day and timed
Behind the Ocean Beach Road shopping area, with a combination of time-limited and all-day parking.
Short stay
Most spaces along Ocean Beach Road and the surrounding shopping streets have time restrictions designed to support short visits.
Seasonal fees
Public short-term parking near the ferry terminal, operated by Mornington Peninsula Shire. Generally free from May to October, with fees applying from November to April.
Parking near the ferry terminal is public and unsecured. Check the signs or PayStay for current rates and payment instructions, allow extra time to find a space during busy periods, and do not leave valuables visible in your vehicle.
Plan your visit
You have worked out how to get here. Find a place to stay, a table by the water and something to do while you are in the village.