With a population of 3 678, Cowes is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cowes to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Phillip Island RSL (225-243 Thompson Ave) and Hotel Phillip Island (11-13 the esplanade) are great picks.
Although Cowes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 81 km from Cowes.
Another option to get to Cowes is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 75 km from Cowes. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Melbourne.
Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Cowes. From Sydney, the bus ride to Cowes takes 1159 km and will cost you around $245. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $407 for a journey of 3814 km.
Average rates range from around $219 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $326 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay $1.79 per litre in Cowes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.40 and $28.53.