Getting from Melbourne Airport to Royal Melbourne Hospital
The Royal Melbourne Hospital is on Grattan Street in Parkville, approximately 26 kilometres from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). Via the Tullamarine Freeway and CityLink the drive is around 20 to 25 minutes off-peak. During weekday peak hour, allow 30 to 40 minutes.
The Royal Melbourne is one of Victoria's largest and busiest public hospitals. It handles a wide range of specialties including neurology, oncology, trauma, and transplant medicine. Patients flying in from interstate or regional Victoria for specialist appointments regularly need a direct transfer from the airport without the complication of public transport connections.
Fares by Pickup Location
These fares cover a direct trip to the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Grattan Street, Parkville. CityLink tolls are included. Night surcharge of 20% applies for pickups between 10 pm and 4 am.
| Pickup Location | Estimated Fare (Sedan) | Estimated Fare (Maxi Cab) |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) | From $70 | From $86 |
| Avalon Airport | From $145 | From $161 |
| Essendon Fields Airport | From $45 | From $61 |
Flight Tracking and Waiting
Book Melbourne Taxi monitors your flight in real time for all airport pickup bookings. If your flight is delayed, the driver waits and adjusts arrival time automatically. You are not charged for airline delays.
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, specify this at booking.
What to Know About the Royal Melbourne
The Royal Melbourne Hospital is at 300 Grattan Street, Parkville 3050. The main entrance for general admissions and visitors is on Grattan Street. The emergency department has a separate entrance. Patient drop-off is at the Grattan Street main entrance.
Parkville is also close to the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and the Melbourne Dental School. If you are travelling to any of these facilities from the airport, confirm the exact drop-off address at booking to ensure the driver goes to the correct building.
On-site hospital parking is available but limited, particularly during peak visiting hours. A pre-booked taxi removes the parking problem entirely for visitors arriving from the airport.
NDIS, TAC, and WorkSafe Patients
Book Melbourne Taxi is an approved NDIS, TAC, and WorkSafe transport provider. Eligible patients travelling from the airport to the Royal Melbourne for covered appointments may be able to use direct billing. Call 0422 333 880 to discuss your specific situation at the time of booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
The fixed fare from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to the Royal Melbourne Hospital in Parkville starts from $70 for a sedan. Tolls are included. A 20% night surcharge applies to pickups between 10 pm and 4 am. Call 0422 333 880 to confirm your exact fare.
The distance is approximately 26 kilometres via the Tullamarine Freeway and CityLink. Off-peak the drive takes 20 to 25 minutes. During weekday peak hour (7 to 9 am and 4 to 6 pm), allow 30 to 40 minutes.
Yes. Call 0422 333 880 with your flight number, terminal, and the hospital building or ward address. Your fare is confirmed at booking and the driver monitors your flight in real time.
Yes. Book Melbourne Taxi is a registered NDIS provider and approved TAC transport provider. Call to discuss direct billing arrangements for eligible appointments at the Royal Melbourne.
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is on Grattan Street, adjacent to the Royal Melbourne. The fare is essentially the same. Confirm the exact building address at booking to ensure the driver drops you at the correct entrance.
Yes. A maxi cab carries up to 11 passengers for the sedan fare plus $16. For a family group of 3 or more, a single maxi cab is typically cheaper than multiple rideshare bookings and avoids coordinating separate vehicles.
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