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

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

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona North. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Knapp St/Blackshaws Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Altona North is 24 km. The road distance is 24.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona North without a car is to bus and line 471 bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $34.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona North, including transfers.

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

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

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona North bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona North?

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

Where can I stay near Altona North?

There are 5016+ hotels available in Altona North.

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

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona North - 4 ways to travel via bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona North by bus, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Bus, line 471 bus
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1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus Sunshine Railway Station - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Knapp St/Blackshaws Rdbus 471
1h 2m
$34
Drive 24.2 km
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1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona Northcar 24.2 km
24 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona Northtaxi 24.2 km
24 min
$65–80
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Altona Northrideshare 24.2 km
24 min
$95–130

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona North by bus

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1h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24 km
Duration: 1h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Knapp St/Blackshaws Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 1h 2m.

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