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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $55 - $70.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Carlton is 29 km. The road distance is 20 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton without a car is to bus and train which takes 53 min and costs $34.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton, including transfers.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton is 20 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5310+ hotels available in Carlton.

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

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, car, or tram

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus Sunshine Railway Station - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Parkville Stationtrain Sunbury
53 min
$34
Drive 20 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carltoncar 20 km
19 min
$4–6
Line 901 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rdbus 901
2. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Craigieburn
1h 3m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carltontaxi 20 km
19 min
$55–70
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Carltonrideshare 20 km
19 min
$22–29
Bus, line 86 tram
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the tram from Lonsdale St/Spencer St #120 to Melbourne Museum/Nicholson St #11tram 86
55 min
$34

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton by bus and train

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Distance: 28.7 km
Duration: 53 min

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

There is no direct connection from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Carlton. However, you can take the bus to Sunshine Station/Dickson St, walk to Sunshine Station, then take the train to Parkville Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Melbourne Central Station via Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd and Broadmeadows Station in around 1h 3m.

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