Taking a taxi at Melbourne Airport
When landing at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Australia’s second busiest, you’ll want a quick, reliable, and comfortable ride to your city hotel. A Melbourne Airport taxi offers just that – skip the hassle of bus tickets and crowded stations, and enjoy a round-the-clock, door-to-door service in a private vehicle for a seamless, stress-free journey.
Melbourne Airport taxis offer metered fares in modern air-conditioned vehicles. The ride from Melbourne Airport to the city center takes as little as 30 minutes, or 40 minutes if you’re visiting the beachside suburb of St Kilda.
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TAXI FARE FROM TULLAMARINE MELBOURNE (MEL)
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM MEL TO THE CITY CENTER | 35.40 € | 40.30 € | 30 MIN |
| FROM MEL TO ST KILDA | 48.70 € | 53.30 € | 40 MIN |
| FROM MEL TO FEDERATION SQUARE | 38.30 € | 42.50 € | 38 MIN |
| FROM MEL TO AVALON AIRPORT | 84 € | 93.50 € | 60 MIN |
| FROM MEL TO ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS | 43.8 € | 50.30 € | 35 MIN |
| FROM MEL TO MELBOURNE ZOO | 30 € | 32.60 € | 18 MIN |
Melbourne Airport taxi cost
Although taking a taxi is one of the more expensive transfer options from Melbourne Airport (MEL), it is still the fastest and most convenient. MEL Airport taxis calculate their prices using a taximeter, based on the time and distance traveled. However, there are additional surcharges for traveling at night, on holidays, and during peak hours. Furthermore, all pickups from the airport will incur a surcharge fee of €2.94 (AUD 4.78) and toll road fees.
Regular taxis seat up to 4 passengers, however, if you choose to take a Melbourne Airport maxi taxi which can seat up to 11 people, there will also be additional charges. Nevertheless, the taxi cost from Melbourne Airport to your destination in downtown Melbourne will cost around €35.40 (AUD 57.50), or €97.70 (AUD 158.70) for the 1 hour and 20-minute ride to Geelong. If you’re keen on some fresh sea air, the 40-minute ride to St Kilda Beach will cost about €48.70 (AUD 79).
In order to avoid hidden fees and travel at a fixed rate, you can book a private taxi in advance to downtown Melbourne and other popular sites.
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Where to find the Melbourne Airport taxi stand?
As you exit Terminals 1 and 2 on Level 1, you will find the official taxi stand at Melbourne Airport located to your left, just a couple of minutes’ walk away. Alternatively, if you’re arriving at Terminal 3 or 4, you will need to make your way to the Terminal 4 car park on the Ground Floor where there is a taxi rank and a Taxi Holding Area. No bookings are required, but if you have pre-booked a taxi, you will need to meet your driver at the north end of the Terminal 1,2 & 3 car park, towards Terminal 1.
For anyone arriving late at night, taxis may not be readily available and will need to be dispatched. To avoid standing around waiting, especially during winter, securing a meet-and-greet service with Welcome Pickups is a great option. This way you’ll be met on arrival and ushered straight to your private, comfortable, and cozy vehicle.
Useful tips when taking a taxi from Melbourne Airport
- If you want to avoid increased taxi prices during peak hours, you can pre-book your taxi with a company like Welcome and secure a fixed fare rate to your destination.
- It’s possible to pay for your Melbourne Airport taxi with a credit card or cash. Keep in mind that there is a 4-6% additional charge for credit card payments.
- Other than through Welcome Pickups, you can also book your ride by phoning a Melbourne Airport taxi number directly. There will be a member of staff available at the Information desk in Arrivals who can assist you.
- Taking a Melbourne Airport taxi is very safe since all drivers are required to adhere to council regulations.
- Always check that the meter has been reset to the correct base fare by checking the price list on display in the rear window.
- It’s not customary to tip in Australia so there is no need to feel obligated to do so. However, some people choose to leave the change when given in coins.
- Ride-sharing services are available from the airport, although vehicles can’t use the official taxi stands. Unless booked in advance, there may also be a long wait for them to arrive.
- If you have more than 5 passengers, you will be charged an additional €10.70 (AUD 17.35).
An airport taxi to your Melbourne hotel
If you’re worried about navigating the train and bus network from Melbourne Airport and within the city center, an airport taxi service to your Melbourne hotel may be the solution.
No one wants to cram their heavy luggage onto trains filled with daily commuters as you awkwardly try not to bump or bother anyone. Instead, you can enjoy the comfort of a door-to-door taxi with plenty of room for luggage.
