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Getting from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda

St Kilda is a beachside haven in Victoria, Australia, with a buzzing cultural scene that tourists and locals alike love to flock to on sunny days. From picturesque sea baths and strolls along the water-front esplanade to the thrill of Luna Park’s rides and roller coasters, it’s definitely worth a visit.

The two main transport options from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to St Kilda are a taxi or private transfer and the shuttle bus. The cheapest transport option is the SkyBus Peninsula Express which runs direct from the airport terminal to the centre of St Kilda in 45 minutes to 1 hour and costs €15.10 (AUD 25) per person. The fastest option from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda, on the other hand, is to take a taxi which takes as little as 35 minutes in light traffic and costs an average of €48.50 (AUD 80), not including any additional charges that may apply.

An alternative option with no hidden costs and where you’ll even be treated to a delightful mini tour of the city on your way to your destination is to book a private transfer with a top-rated provider like Welcome Pickups.

Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Melbourne at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.

Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS
OPTION PRICE DURATION AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups €80 35min 24/7 Book
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Taxi €58 35min 24/7
Bus €30.20 45min 06:00–21:45

How to get from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda by taxi

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda is by taking an airport taxi. Local cabs are available 24/7 and the journey is only 35 minutes in light traffic. Each taxi can seat up to 4 passengers – depending on how much luggage you are travelling with and it’s an easy and direct way to reach your hotel or apartment in comfort.

Taxi fare from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda

All taxi fares from Melbourne Airport are calculated using a taximeter and are determined by the distance travelled and time spent on the road. The average cost for this journey is €48.50 (AUD 80). On this route, there is also an additional airport fee of €2.90 (AUD 4.78) plus a toll road fee of €6 (AUD 9.78) that will be added to your final fare bringing the total average fare to €58 (AUD 95).

Keep in mind that if you’re travelling outside of the hours of 09:00 and 17:00, or on Bank Holidays like Christmas and New Year, an increased base fare and price per km applies which would increase the total cost.

Cost

€58

Trip Duration

35 Min.

Rates can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.

Where do I find a taxi?

Taxi ranks are located on the ground floor outside Terminal 1 arrivals and on the ground floor in the Terminal 4 Transport Hub.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda is a super quick and easy transport option that will get you to the door of your destination in just 35 minutes.

Editor’s Note

If you want to get from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda quickly and without any extra costs like tolls, airport fees and surcharges due to traffic, we suggest pre-booking a private transfer to lock in a fixed fare rate you know in advance.

Useful Tips

Drivers can help you load and unload any luggage you're travelling with.
You're not expected to tip your driver, but you can if you'd like to. Rounding up the fare is the most common thing.

How to get from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda by bus

The Tullamarine-Melbourne Airport to St Kilda shuttle is called SkyBus Peninsula Express. The service operates every day of the week with a journey time of 45 minutes to 1 hour, with an average wait time of 45 minutes to 1 hour in between services during the week; this can stretch to two hours on weekends, so check the most updated schedules against your landing time and plan ahead for a smooth transfer.

How much is the bus from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda?

A one-way journey from the airport through to St Kilda costs €15.10 (AUD 25) per traveller. Tickets can be conveniently purchased in a number of ways; on board from the driver, via e-kiosks at the airport directly outside T1, T3 and T4, online, or by using the SkyBus App.

Cost

€15.10

Trip Duration

45 Min.

The journey time may increase considerably during peak traffic times.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

On weekdays the bus service collects passengers at 06:45, 08:00,08:45, 09:30, 10:15, 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 14:45, 15:45, 16:45, 17:30, 18:30 and 21:45. On weekends, pick-up times are 06:00, 07:30, 09:15, 11:00, 12:40, 13:50, 15:50, 17:30 and 19:30.

Where do I find the bus?

From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport the bus collects passengers from the kerbside of Terminals 1 and 4, right outside the terminals. In St Kilda, passengers are dropped off at the Inkerman Street bus stop, on Barkly Street.

Convenience

If you’re on a tight budget then the SkyBus is the most affordable option from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda and since no transfers are required, it is also relatively hassle-free.

However, given the limited frequency of the service throughout the day, it may only be suitable for travellers whose flight arrival times are close to the bus departure times.

Editor’s Note

The last SkyBus Peninsula Express service on weekends is at 19:30, so a taxi or private transfer will be your only transport option if you’re arriving after that time.

Useful Tips

Tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
Senior tickets are available for €11 (AUD 18) for Australian and NZ senior card holders. 
Discounted fares apply for children between 4-16 years of age, while children under 4 travel for free.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Welcome Pickups

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Melbourne. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

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Prices

DAYTIME
€80.0
NIGHTTIME
€96.0
Same price as a regular taxi from the line

PRICES FOR

Sedan Car

4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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Frequently asked questions

How can I get from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda?

There are two main transportation options from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda; taxi or private transfer and the shared shuttle bus. A taxi or personalised private transfer is the fastest option and the most convenient, offering comfort and privacy, whereas the bus is the cheapest option.

How far is Melbourne Airport from St Kilda?


The distance from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda is 34 km, easily covered by taxi or a private vehicle in as little as 35 minutes, traffic dependent.

What is the cost of a taxi from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda?

The taxi fare from Melbourne Airport to St Kilda is estimated to cost around €58 (AUD 95 ) in light traffic but rates may increase significantly in heavier traffic. To secure a competitive fixed fare you can rely on, you may wish to consider booking a private transfer in advance.

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