There’s been a fatal bus crash on the Great Ocean Road.

A 38-year-old man was killed when a bus, towing a trailer, lost control and rolled before crashing into a tree nearly Apollo Bay just after 5pm on Monday. 

Another person was taken to hospital in a serious condition after being trapped under the bus.

The driver was also taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The remaining 22 occupants have been treated for minor injuries.

The exact cause of the crash is being investigated and anyone who witnessed the incident or with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.