How to Get from Melbourne Airport to the City

Published: 2023-12-26

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Best Way to Get from Melbourne Airport to the City

Hi there, travellers! Are you visiting Melbourne soon, and want to get the down-low on all the city’s transportation options? Well, it’s always recommended to plan ahead; fortunately, with this guide, you’ll know everything you need to know about getting around in Melbourne, whether it be by train, bus, or private transfers, courtesy of AtoB. In this article, although we are unable to provide a definitive “best” option on transportation, what we will do is provide you with all the options, including their pros and cons, and then let you make up your mind on which option best suits your needs.

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Is There a Train from Melbourne Airport to the City?

There isn’t a train route between the airport and city, with buses being the most widely used public transport option. One could attempt to combine a number of bus and tram trips to get to the city, but that would likely take a longer time to complete. Tram lines are only available toward the centre of the city. Due to this, we recommend either taking the bus, which shall be discussed in detail below, or booking a private airport transfer with AtoB.

How to Get from Melbourne Airport to the City

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Getting a Bus from Melbourne Airport to the City

Fortunately, buses are very convenient, with a number of different options available. We shall cover the standard option, yet one could take the SkyBus as well, which can be booked beforehand.

After arriving at the airport’s bus station, locate the 901 bus and purchase a ticket. A single-route fare is currently priced at $5.00, although this may change by the time you are reading this article.

Once on board, enjoy the roughly 1 hour trip to the centre of the city, disembarking at Southern Cross station.

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Cheapest Transport from Melbourne Airport to the City

The bus is the cheapest, at only $5.00, yet may be deemed inconvenient by some. Individuals who value comfort, convenience and privacy will be much better off booking a ride to their destination in the city. With a private transfer, you can arrive at the front door of your accommodation quickly, without having to worry about making any connections, or about carrying heavy luggage. For those interested, the final section of this article will detail how to book a private transfer from Melbourne airport to the city centre with AtoB.

Distance from Melbourne Airport to the City Melbourne

When travelling by car, there is a total distance of 23.4 kilometres. We currently estimate that a trip from airport to city will take around 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Booking a Melbourne Airport to the City Transfer with AtoB

Now for the simple part, booking your Melbourne airport transfer with AtoB! To begin, head to our booking page and input your arrival date and time, followed by where you need your driver to take you. Keep in mind that we provide a door-to-door service, meaning you can input an exact address. Following that, proceed to the next page for a comprehensive overview of all available vehicles, including their maximum capacities and price. Select the most appropriate vehicle for your needs, then proceed to personalise it, with the addition of any of our extra add-on services.

Once that is done, you can now finalise the booking and pay. With payment complete, you can expect a total of 2 emails to arrive in your inbox. The first, which shall show up instantaneously when the booking is complete, will be a basic invoice and itinerary of your trip. The second, which will arrive 24 hours before your trip, will contain your driver’s contact information. We recommend getting in touch with them, in order to find out any information you may need regarding your trip.

Just as easy as that, you have booked a Melbourne airport transfer! Happy Travels!