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Melbourne Airport to Carlton Transfers
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Airport Transfer to Carlton
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MAT Chauffeur Services provides private transfers between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and Carlton, about 22 km away. Your chauffeur meets you at arrivals and drives you straight to your address, whether that is Lygon Street, Melbourne Museum, the Royal Exhibition Building, the University of Melbourne, student accommodation, an office 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 Carlton pickup or drop off address in the form to see your exact fare before you book.
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VIC 3053
Carlton Local Knowledge
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Like a Local
Whether you are moving into student accommodation, heading to an expo at the Exhibition Building or meeting friends for dinner, your chauffeur knows the way. We plan the last part of every trip around your exact address, including Carlton's busy tram streets, so you get a safe and convenient drop off at the door.
Postcode
Carlton VIC 3053
Town Centre
Lygon Street restaurant strip, between Queensberry Street and Elgin Street
Key Destinations
Melbourne Museum, Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens and the University of Melbourne
Key Roads
Swanston Street, Nicholson Street, Victoria Street and Princes Street
Travel Time and Route
Melbourne Airport to Carlton Travel Information
Carlton is about 22 km by road from Melbourne Airport. Most transfers follow the Tullamarine Freeway (M2) and CityLink towards the city, then leave CityLink at Flemington Road and continue across Parkville into Carlton. The last few minutes depend on where you are going, such as the restaurant strip, the university area or the streets around Carlton Gardens.
Typical Travel Time
Allow about 25 minutes in normal traffic. Weekday peak hours can add 15 minutes or more.
Busy Traffic Periods
Traffic on the Tullamarine Freeway, CityLink and Flemington Road is heaviest on weekday mornings and evenings. Trams, student traffic and big events at the Royal Exhibition Building can also slow the last part of the trip, so your chauffeur checks live traffic and adjusts the route.
Your Exact Journey
Enter your Carlton 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 Carlton Fares
Private transfer fares from Melbourne Airport to Carlton 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 | $105 |
| Luxury Sedan4 passengers · 2 bags | $115 |
| SUV / People Mover4 passengers · 4 bags | $125 |
| Family People Mover6 passengers · 6 bags | $135 |
| Luxury Van6 passengers · 6 bags | $150 |
- 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 Carlton 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 Carlton 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 Carlton 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.
Carlton Arrival Guide
Popular Carlton Drop Off Areas
Lygon Street
Carlton's Italian precinct runs along Lygon Street from Queensberry Street to Elgin Street, lined with restaurants, cafes, gelato shops and bars. It is known as the place where Melbourne's cafe culture began.
Lygon Street GuideRoyal Exhibition Building
Built for the 1880 Melbourne International Exhibition, the building at 9 Nicholson Street became Australia's first World Heritage listed building in 2004. It sits in Carlton Gardens and still hosts expos and major events.
Exhibition Building Visitor InformationMelbourne Museum
Melbourne Museum is at 11 Nicholson Street, right beside the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton Gardens. IMAX Melbourne is on the same site, so it is an easy drop off for a family day out.
Museum Getting Here GuideUniversity of Melbourne
The university's main campus is on Grattan Street in Parkville, just across Swanston Street from Carlton. Parkville Station on the Metro Tunnel is right outside the university.
Campus Maps and Contacts
Carlton Transfer FAQs
Carlton Transfer FAQs
Quick answers about private transfers between Melbourne Airport and Carlton.
Book NowHow long does it take from Melbourne Airport to Carlton?
About 25 minutes in normal traffic. Carlton is about 22 km from Melbourne Airport by road, mostly on the Tullamarine Freeway and CityLink. Weekday peak hours can add 15 minutes or more, and your exact address also makes a difference.
How much is a Melbourne Airport to Carlton 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. Carlton 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 Carlton addresses can I book?
Any Carlton address, including Lygon Street, Melbourne Museum, the Royal Exhibition Building, student accommodation near the University of Melbourne, offices and homes. Enter the full street address so the booking form can show the right fare.
Can you take me from Carlton to Melbourne Airport?
Yes. We drive in both directions. Book Melbourne Airport to Carlton for your arrival, or a pickup from your Carlton home, student 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 Carlton.
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