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Melbourne Airport to South Melbourne Transfers
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Airport Transfer to South Melbourne
Your South Melbourne Transfer
Your South Melbourne Transfer
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MAT Chauffeur Services provides private transfers between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and South Melbourne, about 27 km away. Your chauffeur meets you at arrivals and drives you straight to your address, whether that is South Melbourne Market, Clarendon Street, an office near the city edge, an apartment or your home.
- Direct, private transfer with no shared stops
- About 25 minutes in normal traffic
- Live flight tracking for airport pickups
- 60 minutes free waiting after your flight lands
- Exact fare confirmed before you book
- Available 24/7, including early and late flights
Enter your South Melbourne pickup or drop off address in the form to see your exact fare before you book.
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South Melbourne
VIC 3205
South Melbourne Local Knowledge
We Know South Melbourne
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We Know South Melbourne
Like a Local
Whether you are heading home to a heritage terrace, an office on the city edge or a weekend shop at the market, your chauffeur knows the way. Streets around the market get very busy on trading days, so we plan the last part of every trip around your exact address and the easiest set down point.
Postcode
South Melbourne VIC 3205
Town Centre
Clarendon Street, with the Coventry Street, Cecil Street and Park Street strips close by
Key Destinations
South Melbourne Market, Emerald Hill, South Melbourne Town Hall and the Cecil Street restaurants
Key Roads
Kings Way, City Road, Dorcas Street and Ferrars Street
Travel Time and Route
Melbourne Airport to South Melbourne Travel Information
South Melbourne is about 27 km by road from Melbourne Airport. Most transfers follow the Tullamarine Freeway (M2) and CityLink over the Bolte Bridge, then leave the West Gate Freeway at Kings Way or Montague Street. The last few minutes depend on where you are going, such as the market, the Clarendon Street shops or the heritage streets around Emerald Hill.
Typical Travel Time
Allow about 25 minutes in normal traffic. Weekday peak hours can add 15 minutes or more.
Busy Traffic Periods
Traffic on CityLink, the West Gate Freeway and Kings Way is heaviest on weekday mornings and evenings. Market days on Wednesday, Friday and the weekend fill the streets and car parks around the market, so your chauffeur checks live traffic and adjusts the route.
Your Exact Journey
Enter your South Melbourne address in the booking form to see your exact fare and journey before you book.
Travel times are a guide only and depend on your exact address, traffic and road conditions.
Private Transfer Fares
Melbourne Airport to South Melbourne Fares
Private transfer fares from Melbourne Airport to South Melbourne for all five vehicle options. Every fare is per vehicle, not per person, so your whole group travels together for one price.
| Vehicle | One way fare |
|---|---|
| Premium FlexibleBest value4 passengers · 2 bags | $110 |
| Luxury Sedan4 passengers · 2 bags | $125 |
| SUV / People Mover4 passengers · 4 bags | $135 |
| Family People Mover6 passengers · 6 bags | $150 |
| Luxury Van6 passengers · 6 bags | $160 |
- These are exact fixed fares, confirmed in your quote before you book.
- Fares are one way, per vehicle, and include tolls, GST and airport parking.
- Event day fares are $35 higher on selected dates, including Melbourne Cup, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and Grand Prix weekend.
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What's Included
Every South Melbourne Airport Transfer Includes
Flight Monitoring
We track your flight from take off to landing. If it arrives early or late, your chauffeur adjusts the pickup time to match.
60 Min Free Wait
You get 60 minutes of free waiting time from when your flight lands, so there is time to clear customs and collect your bags.
Meet and Greet
Your chauffeur meets you inside Melbourne Airport arrivals with a name sign, helps with your luggage and drives you straight to your South Melbourne address.
Tolls, GST and airport parking are included in your fare.
Simple and Fast
Book in 3 Easy Steps
Enter Your Trip Details
Choose Melbourne Airport, then enter your South Melbourne pickup or drop off address with your travel date and time.
Choose Your Vehicle
Pick from Premium Flexible, Luxury Sedan, SUV / People Mover, Family People Mover or Luxury Van, and see your exact fare before you choose.
Confirm Your Booking
Add your contact and flight details and confirm. You receive your booking confirmation straight away.
South Melbourne Arrival Guide
Popular South Melbourne Drop Off Areas
South Melbourne Market
Trading since 1867 on the corner of Coventry Street and Cecil Street, the market has more than 140 stalls of fresh produce, deli food, homewares and cafes. It opens Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8 am.
Market Hours and ContactClarendon Street
Clarendon Street has been South Melbourne's main commercial street since the 1860s, lined with heritage shopfronts, cafes, pubs and boutiques. Trams run along it into the city.
Clarendon Street StoriesCecil Street Dining
The restaurants and cafes on Cecil Street, beside the market, serve breakfast, lunch and dinner through the week, even on days when the market itself is closed.
South Melbourne Shopping GuideSouth Melbourne Town Hall
The grand Town Hall on Emerald Hill, at 208 to 220 Bank Street, is closed for restoration and due to reopen in early 2028. The Emerald Hill Library nearby stays open as usual.
Town Hall Restoration Update
South Melbourne Transfer FAQs
South Melbourne Transfer FAQs
Quick answers about private transfers between Melbourne Airport and South Melbourne.
Book NowHow long does it take from Melbourne Airport to South Melbourne?
About 25 minutes in normal traffic. South Melbourne is about 27 km from Melbourne Airport by road, mostly on the Tullamarine Freeway, CityLink and West Gate Freeway. Weekday peak hours can add 15 minutes or more, and your exact address also makes a difference.
How much is a Melbourne Airport to South Melbourne transfer?
See the fare table above for the price of each of our five vehicles. Fares are per vehicle, not per person, and include tolls, GST and airport parking. South Melbourne fares are exact fixed fares, confirmed in your quote before you book.
Is the fare per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. Everyone in your group travels together for one fare. Choose the vehicle that fits your group and luggage, from up to 4 passengers in a Premium Flexible or Luxury Sedan to up to 6 passengers in a Family People Mover or Luxury Van.
Which South Melbourne addresses can I book?
Any South Melbourne address, including South Melbourne Market, Clarendon Street, offices near Kings Way, apartments and homes. Enter the full street address so the booking form can show the right fare.
Can you take me from South Melbourne to Melbourne Airport?
Yes. We drive in both directions. Book Melbourne Airport to South Melbourne for your arrival, or a pickup from your South Melbourne home, apartment or office for your departing flight.
What happens if my flight arrives early or is delayed?
We track your flight and move your pickup time to match the actual landing time. You also get 60 minutes of free waiting time from when your flight lands.
Where will my chauffeur meet me at Melbourne Airport?
Inside the arrivals area, holding a name sign. Your chauffeur helps with your luggage and takes you straight to the car for the direct trip to South Melbourne.
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