How Much Is a Taxi from Melbourne Airport to Royal Melbourne Hospital?
Royal Melbourne Hospital is on Grattan Street in Parkville, about 22 km from Tullamarine Airport. The fixed fare is $62 to $70. That amount is confirmed when you book, before you board your flight. There is no meter and no variation based on traffic.
RMH is close to the Melbourne CBD, so trips from the inner suburbs to the hospital fall within the minimum fare. From further out the fare scales by distance.
| From | Distance | Fixed Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) | 22 km | $62–$70 |
| Melbourne CBD | 3 km | $39.90 (min fare) |
| Fitzroy / Carlton | 2 km | $39.90 (min fare) |
| St Kilda | 8 km | $44–$50 |
| Brighton / Sandringham | 16 km | $56–$63 |
| Dandenong | 33 km | $72–$82 |
| Frankston | 52 km | $92–$103 |
Fares are indicative. Your exact fare is confirmed at booking. Tolls included. Last reviewed July 2026.
Use the fare estimator for an exact quote from your address, or call 0422 333 880.
How Long Does It Take from Melbourne Airport to Royal Melbourne Hospital?
The drive from Tullamarine to Royal Melbourne Hospital in Parkville takes 25 to 35 minutes under normal conditions. The route follows the Tullamarine Freeway to CityLink or the Western Ring Road, depending on traffic, then into Parkville via Royal Parade or Flemington Road. In peak hour, allow 35 to 45 minutes.
If you have a timed appointment, let us know when you book. We factor in your arrival terminal, baggage collection time, and typical traffic for your departure time and set a pickup accordingly.
Can I Pre-Book a Taxi to Royal Melbourne Hospital from the Airport?
Yes. Call 0422 333 880 or book online with your flight number and arrival time. We track the flight from departure. If it is running late, the driver adjusts automatically. If your delay is significant, call us and we will update the booking. There is no additional charge for reasonable waiting time on airport pickups.
Royal Women's Hospital is next door. If you are travelling to Royal Women's Hospital on Flemington Road, Parkville, we can drop you at the Royal Women's entrance directly. It is a 3-minute walk from RMH but we can drop at either entrance. Tell us which hospital when you book.
What to Expect When You Land
Four steps from the arrivals gate to Royal Melbourne Hospital.
Book Before You Fly
Call or book online with your flight number, arrival terminal, and any specific drop-off point at RMH. We confirm the fare and your driver details.
We Track Your Flight
Your driver monitors your flight from departure. Late arrivals or delays are adjusted automatically. You do not need to check in with us mid-journey.
Arrivals Pickup
Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall with your name on a sign, or waits at the ground transport pickup zone outside arrivals. We confirm the exact meeting point when you book.
Drop at Your Entry Point
Royal Melbourne Hospital has multiple entry points on Grattan Street and Royal Parade. Tell us which entrance you need, such as the main entrance, emergency, or a specific outpatient building, and we drop there directly.
Questions About the Airport to Royal Melbourne Transfer
Book Your Transfer Before You Fly.
Fixed fare from Melbourne Airport to Royal Melbourne Hospital. Your driver tracks your flight and waits if you are delayed.