How to get from MEL to Melbourne
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| SkyBus (to Southern Cross station) | AUD 24 (€15) | 20–35 min |
| Taxi / Uber | AUD 60–95 (€35–55) | 25–40 min |
MEL is 22km from centre — SkyBus (AUD 24, 20-35 min) runs every 10 min. Faster + cheaper than taxi for solo travellers. For 4+ hour layovers: SkyBus + Federation Square + Queen Victoria Market is achievable.
Skip the queue — pre-book an arrival transfer
A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into MEL.
Getting out of Melbourne (MEL)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne cost?
AUD 60–95 (€35–55) — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from MEL to Melbourne?
SkyBus (to Southern Cross station) at AUD 24 (€15) — 20–35 min to central Melbourne.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Australia?
Australia requires ETA for VWP + visa for others. Transit passengers at MEL must clear Australian immigration. Re-check baggage required for international-domestic transfers.