Getting from Melbourne Airport to Epworth Hospital
Epworth Healthcare has multiple campuses around Melbourne. The two most commonly searched for airport transfers are Epworth Richmond (on Bridge Road, Richmond) and Epworth Eastern (on Arnold Street, Box Hill).
Epworth Richmond is approximately 30 kilometres from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and takes around 25 to 30 minutes off-peak via CityLink. Epworth Eastern in Box Hill is approximately 38 kilometres and takes 30 to 40 minutes via the Eastern Freeway.
Epworth is one of Australia's largest not-for-profit private hospital groups. It handles surgical, rehabilitation, and cardiac procedures as well as medical and maternity services. Patients frequently fly in for planned procedures and need a reliable direct transfer from the airport to the specific Epworth campus.
Fares from Melbourne Airport to Epworth
These are estimated fares from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to each campus at the weekday daytime rate. Trips from Melbourne or Avalon Airport include the $5.26 airport pickup fee. 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 gives an estimated fare; when we call to confirm your booking we can agree a fixed fare before you travel.
| Epworth Campus | Estimated Fare (Sedan) | Estimated Fare (Maxi Cab) |
|---|---|---|
| Epworth Richmond (Bridge Rd) | From $81 | From $99 |
| Epworth Eastern (Box Hill) | From $99 | From $116 |
| Epworth Freemasons (East Melbourne) | From $66 | From $84 |
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 arrival time accordingly. You are not charged for flight delays outside your control.
There is 30 minutes of free waiting from your actual landing time. For meet-and-greet service in the arrivals hall with a name board, confirm this at booking.
About Epworth Richmond
Epworth Richmond is at 89 Bridge Road, Richmond 3121. It is Epworth's main campus and handles cardiac, orthopaedic, surgical, and maternity services. Patient drop-off is at the Bridge Road entrance. Paid parking is available on-site but limited during peak procedure hours.
About Epworth Eastern (Box Hill)
Epworth Eastern is at 1 Arnold Street, Box Hill 3128. It handles surgical, medical, and rehabilitation services. Box Hill is approximately 38 kilometres from the airport via the Eastern Freeway. The drive takes 30 to 40 minutes off-peak. Confirm "Box Hill" or the Arnold Street address at booking to ensure the driver goes to this campus and not Epworth Richmond.
Frequently Asked Questions
The fare from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Epworth Richmond is from $81 for a sedan at the weekday daytime rate, including the $5.26 airport pickup fee. To Epworth Eastern (Box Hill) the fare is from $99. Tolls are extra, and the rate is $2.34 per km from 10pm to 4am.
Epworth Freemasons in East Melbourne is the closest at around 23 kilometres. Epworth Richmond is approximately 30 kilometres. Epworth Eastern in Box Hill is the furthest at around 38 kilometres. The fare increases with distance, and tolls are added where the route uses a toll road.
The drive from Melbourne Airport to Epworth Richmond is approximately 30 kilometres via CityLink. Off-peak the journey takes 25 to 30 minutes. During weekday peak hour, allow 35 to 45 minutes.
Yes. Call 0422 333 880 with your flight number, terminal, and the specific Epworth campus address. We can agree a fixed fare on the call and the driver monitors your flight. For a planned surgical admission, booking in advance is recommended.
Yes. Book Melbourne Taxi serves all Epworth campuses including Epworth Richmond, Epworth Eastern (Box Hill), Epworth Freemasons (East Melbourne), and Epworth Camberwell. Confirm the campus name and street address when booking so the driver goes to the correct building.
Yes. A maxi cab carries up to 11 passengers and charges the sedan fare plus $17.80. For a family travelling together for a patient admission or to support a family member, one maxi cab is more practical than coordinating multiple rideshare bookings.
Book Your Transfer to Epworth Hospital
Fares from $81, flight tracking, 24/7 service. Confirm your campus and get your fare estimate before you land.
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