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

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

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

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

The distance between Melbourne and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 21 km. The road distance is 20.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car is to bus which takes 29 min and costs $18.

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

The bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Melbourne to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

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

Melbourne to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus station.

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

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

Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

There are 4213+ hotels available in Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Melbourne to Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Melbourne Airport (MEL) by bus, taxi, car, towncar, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Melbourne Airport T1 SkybusMelbourne City Express
29 min
$18
Drive 20.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Melbourne Airport (MEL)20.5 km
19 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Melbourne Airport (MEL)20.5 km
19 min
$55–70
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Melbourne to Melbourne Airport20.5 km
19 min
$55–190
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne to Melbourne Airport
23 min
$50–70

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 20.7 km
Duration: 29 min

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

SkyBus operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $18 and the journey takes 29 min.

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