Taxi Service Croydon
A taxi from Croydon to Melbourne Airport is estimated from $124 in a sedan for the 52 km trip, and from $83 to the Melbourne CBD, on a weekday daytime rate with tolls extra. Book Melbourne Taxi picks up in Croydon 24 hours a day. Call or email us and we will confirm a fixed price before your trip.
Looking for a reliable taxi service in Croydon? Book Melbourne Taxi provides fast, comfortable, and affordable transport throughout Croydon and surrounding Outer East areas. Whether you need a point to point ride across town, an airport transfer, or a corporate taxi, our professional drivers are ready around the clock.
Our drivers hold Commercial Passenger Vehicle (CPV) accreditation from Transport for Victoria, the government licence required for all for-hire vehicles in Victoria. Every vehicle is GPS-tracked, insured, and cleaned before each booking. You see a fare estimate before you book and there are no hidden fees or surge pricing.
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Getting Around Croydon
Croydon is a quiet outer east suburb with Croydon station connecting residents to the Lilydale line into the city for everyday commuting. Maroondah Hospital in nearby Ringwood covers the local medical demand and is a regular pickup point for the area. The fare to Tullamarine Airport from Croydon starts from $124.
Croydon to Melbourne Airport: Route and Pickups
Croydon is in the City of Maroondah, about 52 km by road from Melbourne Airport. The usual route runs along Mount Dandenong Road to EastLink, then the Eastern Freeway and Alexandra Parade to CityLink and the Tullamarine Freeway. Outside peak hours it takes around 55 minutes, and EastLink and CityLink tolls are added to the fare.
Croydon station sits right beside the Main Street shops, which makes it an easy meeting point, and Croydon Park on Mount Dandenong Road is close by. We also cover nearby Ringwood, Mooroolbark, Bayswater and Lilydale.
Airport Transfers from Croydon
Croydon is approximately 52 km by road from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). Our airport transfer service from Croydon includes flight tracking and luggage assistance, so you're never left waiting. Meet and greet at arrivals is available for $25.
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We also service Avalon Airport and Essendon Fields. Pre-book your transfer at least 2 hours in advance for guaranteed on-time pickup from your Croydon address.
- Flight tracking and real-time updates
- Meet and greet at arrivals ($25)
- Luggage assistance included
- All Melbourne airports covered
- No surge pricing at any hour
Taxi Fares from Croydon
Fares below are for a standard sedan on the weekday day rate unless shown, with tolls extra. There is no surge pricing at any hour.
| Destination | Fare | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) | From $124 | 55–80 min |
| Melbourne Airport, Maxi Cab (up to 11 passengers) | From $141 | 55–80 min |
| Melbourne CBD | From $83 | 35–50 min |
| Short trips within Croydon | From $39.90 | 5–15 min |
Fares are calculated from a $9.90 flag fall plus $2.20 per km ($2.30 Friday to Sunday, $2.34 from 10pm to 4am), with a $39.90 minimum; tolls are extra. This is an estimate to give you an idea. Call or email us and we will confirm a fixed price before your trip. No surge, no meter, no surprises. Use our fare estimator for an estimate to any address.
Maxi Cabs in Croydon
Travelling with a group? Our maxi cabs seat up to 11 passengers with room for luggage. Good for family airport trips, group events and anything where a regular sedan does not fit everyone in Croydon. All maxi cabs are air-conditioned, modern, and driven by experienced chauffeurs familiar with Outer East roads.
Why Choose Our Taxi Service in Croydon?
We track your location and arrive exactly when scheduled, with no waiting around.
Our drivers know Croydon and the best routes to save you time.
Clean, air-conditioned vehicles maintained to the highest safety standards.
No surge pricing, no hidden fees. See your fare estimate before you book.
Book any time, day or night. We're always available when you need us.
All drivers are background-checked, licensed, and professionally trained.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book online or call 0422 333 880 any time of day. For airport runs, book at least 2 hours before your pickup.
A standard sedan from Croydon to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) starts from about $124 on the weekday day rate, or $141 in a maxi cab. Tolls are extra, and the per km rate is a little higher Friday to Sunday and from 10pm to 4am.
Yes. Our maxi cabs carry up to 11 passengers plus luggage, and the maxi fare from Croydon to Melbourne Airport starts from about $141, tolls extra.
Yes. We run around the clock every day, including public holidays, so a taxi in Croydon is there at 3 am or on Christmas Day.
Yes. We are a registered NDIS transport provider, and we also cover TAC and WorkSafe transport.
Yes. We accept Visa, Mastercard and cash with no card surcharge, and corporate accounts can be billed directly.
No. There is no demand pricing at busy times. Fares are calculated from a $9.90 flag fall plus $2.20 per km ($2.30 Friday to Sunday, $2.34 from 10pm to 4am), with a $39.90 minimum; tolls are extra. This is an estimate to give you an idea. Call or email us and we will confirm a fixed price before your trip. No surge, no meter, no surprises.
A standard sedan from Croydon to Melbourne CBD is estimated at $83 to $91 on the weekday day rate, tolls extra. Use our fare estimator for an estimate to your exact address.
Yes. Book both legs at once and we track your inbound flight. The fare from Melbourne Airport back to Croydon starts from about $129, which includes the $5.26 airport pickup fee.
About 52 km, which usually takes around 55 minutes outside peak hours via EastLink, the Eastern Freeway, CityLink and the Tullamarine Freeway.
Yes. The usual route uses EastLink and CityLink, and tolls are added on top of the fare estimate. Ask for a fixed price quote by phone or email if you want the total confirmed before the trip.
Last reviewed: July 2026
What Our Passengers Say
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