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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $6 - $10.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Moorabbin Station/Nepean Hwy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Highett?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Airport (MEL) station to Highett station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadows Station and arriving at Highett Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Highett is 40 km. The road distance is 38.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett without a car is to bus which takes 1h 14m and costs $34.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett train from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Broadmeadows Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett is to bus which takes 1h 14m and costs $34. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 and takes 1h 43m.

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Moorabbin Station/Nepean Hwy.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett train arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett is 38 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett.

Where can I stay near Highett?

There are 5084+ hotels available in Highett.

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

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

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Moorabbin Station/Nepean Hwybus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
1h 14m
$34
Drive 38.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highettcar 38.5 km
38 min
$7–10
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Highett Stationtrain Frankston
1h 16m
$34
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Highettrideshare 38.5 km
38 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highetttaxi 38.5 km
38 min
$95–120
Train
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Highett Stationtrain Frankston
1h 43m
$12

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Highett by bus and train

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Distance: 40.1 km
Duration: 1h 14m

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

SkyBus operates a bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Moorabbin Station/Nepean Hwy hourly. Tickets cost $28 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Highett Station via Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd, Broadmeadows Station, and Flinders Street Station in around 1h 43m.

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