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

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

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to North Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Dryburgh St/Spencer St via Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and North Melbourne is 22 km. The road distance is 18.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to North Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 43 min and costs $34.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to North Melbourne, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near North Melbourne?

There are 5258+ hotels available in North Melbourne.

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

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to North Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
43 min
$34
Drive 18.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to North Melbournecar 18.2 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 Royal Childrens Hospital/Flemington Rd #19tram 59
54 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to North Melbournetaxi 18.2 km
17 min
$50–65
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to North Melbournerideshare 18.2 km
17 min
$23–29
Bus, train
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 Arden Stationtrain Sunbury
50 min
$34

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to North Melbourne by bus

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Distance: 21.9 km
Duration: 43 min

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

SkyBus operates a bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $28 and the journey takes 29 min.

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