What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Alphington?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Heidelberg Rd/Chandler Hwy via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Alphington is 32 km. The road distance is 24.5 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 4m and costs $34.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Skybus Coach Terminal station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington is 24 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington.

Where can I stay near Alphington?

There are 5255+ hotels available in Alphington.

Can I share a ride from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Alphington. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Alphington Stationtrain Hurstbridge
1h 4m
$34
Drive 24.5 km
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1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphingtoncar 24.5 km
24 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphingtontaxi 24.5 km
24 min
$65–80
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Alphingtonrideshare 24.5 km
24 min
$95–130
Bus, line 350 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Heidelberg Rd/Chandler Hwybus 350
1h 48m
$34

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alphington by bus and train

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1h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32.3 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Alphington, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Heidelberg Rd/Chandler Hwy via Skybus Coach Terminal and Bourke St/Queen St in around 1h 48m.

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