What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $50 - $65.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd is 27 km. The road distance is 17.7 km.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd is 18 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd?

There are 5289+ hotels available in Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd.

Can I share a ride from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd?

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd

Q: How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 6m and costs $34.

Q: How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd by bus, train, tram, 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 Royal Park Stationtrain Upfield
1h 6m
$34
Drive 17.7 km
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1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rdcar 17.7 km
17 min
$4–5
Line 478 bus, line 59 tram
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Dromana Ave/Matthews Avebus 478 / ...
2. Take the tram from Airport West/Matthews Ave #59 to Melrose St/Flemington Rd #20tram 59
1h 11m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rdtaxi 17.7 km
17 min
$50–65
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rdrideshare 17.7 km
17 min
$23–29

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd by bus, train, and foot

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1h 6mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd.

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Distance: 26.5 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd, VIC, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd. However, you can take the bus to Skybus Coach Terminal, walk to Southern Cross Station, take the train to Royal Park Station, then walk to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd via Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave, Airport West/Matthews Ave #59, and Melrose St/Flemington Rd #20 in around 1h 11m.

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