Taxi from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Airport
An estimated fare of $148 – $180, quoted before you book. No meter, no surge pricing, no surprises when you arrive.
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Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Airport pricing
Every fare from Ferntree Gully is worked out on the real driving distance of 58.7 km, then locked in. Tolls are already included. The price does not change if you hit traffic, travel at 4am, or book on a public holiday.
| Vehicle | Seats | Estimated fare |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Taxi | 4 | $148 – $180 |
| Premium Taxi Service | 4 | $158 – $193 |
| SUV and Wagon Taxi | 4 | $165 – $201 |
| Maxi Cab | 11 | $165 – $201 |
Airport pickups back to Ferntree Gully add a $5.26 airport fee, which is set by the airport and applies to every operator.
What the trip looks like
About 51 minutes in normal traffic, or closer to 77 minutes in peak hour.
- Pickup in Ferntree Gully Door to door, at the time you booked. Your driver calls on arrival.
- Ferntree Gully Rd/State Route 22 The first leg out of Ferntree Gully 3156.
- Citylink/M2 Tolls on this stretch are already inside your fare.
- Melbourne Airport terminal Dropped at your terminal door, about 51 minutes after pickup.
Flying out early?
For a morning departure from Ferntree Gully, allow an extra hour on top of the drive time for check in and security. We run 24 hours, so a 3am pickup costs exactly the same as a 3pm one.
Getting from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Airport
Ferntree Gully is 58.7 km away, which puts it among the longer transfers we run. Around 51 minutes normally, up to 77 at the wrong time of day. Estimated fare around $148 – $180.
Over this distance a metered fare becomes genuinely unpredictable, because every slow patch adds to it. This is where an upfront price is worth the most.
How early to book your Ferntree Gully pickup
Most passengers leaving Ferntree Gully give themselves three and a half hours for a domestic flight. International needs another hour on top. The drive accounts for 51 minutes of that.
We run 24 hours and there is no night rate. A 3am pickup costs the same as a 3pm one, which is worth knowing when you are weighing an early flight against a convenient one.
If you need more room
There is no premium for the SUV: it is the same $148 – $180 as a standard taxi from Ferntree Gully. Only the maxi differs, at $165 – $201 for up to eleven passengers.
Nearby areas including Boronia 3155, Lysterfield 3156 and Scoresby 3179 are priced the same way, with their own fares listed on this site.
We cover all of Ferntree Gully 3156, including residential pickups, hotels and business addresses. Airport pickups back to the area are quoted the same way.
Which way the trip runs
This one runs via Ferntree Gully Rd/State Route 22, Monash Fwy/M1 and Citylink/M2. The $13.19 in tolls is a real cost we pass on at cost, not a rounded surcharge, and it is already counted in the price you see.
The trip in the other direction
Arriving rather than departing, the Ferntree Gully run is priced the same with the $5.26 airport pickup fee on top. We watch the flight, so if you are held up in the air or at the carousel your driver is still there.
What makes up the Ferntree Gully price
For a standard taxi from Ferntree Gully the price is built from flag fall $5.25, distance (58.7 km at $2.34 per km) $137.36 and toll $13.19. That comes to $156, and the $148 – $180 range you see allows for your exact pickup address and the route your driver ends up taking.
If someone is being collected who would rather not navigate the terminal alone, meet and greet at $35 puts the driver inside with them.
Add to your trip
Customise your ride to suit how you actually travel.
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Absolutely outstanding service! The team was extremely reliable, supportive, respectful and helpful throughout our entire time in Melbourne. They were always responsive, professional and willing to assist whenever we needed anything, which made our family’s experience so much easier and more enjoyable. Their genuine care and attention made us feel comfortable and well supported from beginning to end. We are truly grateful for everything they did and would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a trustworthy and dependable team. Thank you again for going above and beyond!
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Car was ordered for 10:30, arrived exactly on time, suitcase was loaded for me so no lifting :-) Interior was spotless and comfortable. Driving was smooth and we felt safe with the driver who managed the heavy traffic with confidence. Would recommend without hesitation.
Travelled from Melbourne Eastern Suburbs to Airport with this outstanding company. From the moment of my online booking to the time of arrival at each end, the communication was clear, the customer service was top notch and the ride was smooth. Easy to find and coordinate at the airport for pick up (always my concern with pre-booking taxi service). Staff were ALL friendly and professional. Cannot recommend this company enough.