Getting from Melbourne Airport to Alfred Hospital
The Alfred is on Commercial Road in Prahran, approximately 27 kilometres from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). Via CityLink and the West Gate Freeway the drive takes around 25 minutes off-peak. During morning or afternoon peak hour, allow 35 to 40 minutes.
The Alfred is one of Melbourne's major trauma centres and teaching hospitals. It handles everything from routine day procedures to specialist care and trauma surgery. Patients and visitors travelling from interstate or overseas regularly land at Tullamarine and need a direct transfer with no connection changes and no shared rides.
Fares by Pickup Location
The fare below covers a direct trip from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to The Alfred, Commercial Road, Prahran. Tolls are included. Night surcharge (20%) applies to pickups between 10 pm and 4 am and is included in the confirmed price at booking.
| Pickup Location | Estimated Fare (Sedan) | Estimated Fare (Maxi Cab) |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) | From $75 | From $91 |
| Avalon Airport | From $140 | From $156 |
| Essendon Fields Airport | From $55 | From $71 |
Flight Tracking and Free Waiting
For all airport pickup bookings, Book Melbourne Taxi monitors your flight in real time. If your flight is delayed, the driver adjusts and arrives when you land. You are not charged for delays outside your control.
There is 30 minutes of free waiting from your actual landing time. If you need extra time in the arrivals hall, the driver will be there.
For meet-and-greet service, your driver can wait in the arrivals hall with a name board. Specify this when booking.
What to Know About The Alfred
The Alfred is located at 55 Commercial Road, Prahran 3181. The main entrance is on Commercial Road. Emergency and trauma entry is on the Commercial Road side as well. If you are visiting a patient, the main visitor entrance is the clearest route.
Patient drop-off is at the Commercial Road entrance. Parking at The Alfred is limited and costly, which is one reason a pre-booked taxi works well for visitors coming in from the airport. There is no need to find parking or navigate the car park, particularly if you are unfamiliar with the hospital layout.
For TAC patients or WorkSafe claimants transferring from the airport to The Alfred, Book Melbourne Taxi is an approved provider. Direct billing arrangements can be discussed at booking for eligible claimants.
Group Transfers and Maxi Cab
If a family group is flying in together to visit a patient at The Alfred, a maxi cab handles up to 11 passengers in one vehicle. The fare is the sedan rate plus $16. For a group of 3 or more, a maxi cab is almost always cheaper and more practical than multiple rideshare bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
The fixed fare from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to The Alfred in Prahran starts from $75 for a sedan. This includes CityLink tolls. Night surcharge of 20% applies to pickups between 10 pm and 4 am. Call 0422 333 880 to confirm the current fare before booking.
The drive from Melbourne Airport to The Alfred is approximately 27 kilometres and takes 25 to 35 minutes off-peak. During weekday peak hour (7 to 9 am and 4 to 6 pm), allow 35 to 45 minutes.
Yes. Call 0422 333 880 with your flight details, arrival terminal, and the hospital drop-off address. Your fare is confirmed at booking. The driver tracks your flight so arrival time adjustments are automatic if your flight is delayed.
Yes. The taxi rank at Melbourne Airport is on the ground floor of the terminal car parks. However, walk-up taxis at the rank use metered fares, not fixed fares. A pre-booked taxi gives you a confirmed price before you land.
Yes. Book Melbourne Taxi is an approved TAC and WorkSafe transport provider. If you are a claimant travelling to The Alfred for a covered appointment or treatment, call 0422 333 880 to discuss direct billing options.
A maxi cab handles up to 11 passengers and charges the sedan fare plus $16. For families flying in together, one maxi cab is almost always cheaper than booking two separate vehicles and avoids the coordination of multiple pickups.
Pre-Book Your Transfer to Alfred Hospital
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