Taxi from Waterways to Melbourne Airport
An estimated fare of $168 – $204, quoted before you book. No meter, no surge pricing, no surprises when you arrive.
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Waterways to Melbourne Airport pricing
Every fare from Waterways is worked out on the real driving distance of 66.5 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 | $168 – $204 |
| Premium Taxi Service | 4 | $178 – $217 |
| SUV and Wagon Taxi | 4 | $185 – $225 |
| Maxi Cab | 11 | $185 – $225 |
Airport pickups back to Waterways add a $5.26 airport fee, which is set by the airport and applies to every operator.
What the trip looks like
About 52 minutes in normal traffic, or closer to 78 minutes in peak hour.
- Pickup in Waterways Door to door, at the time you booked. Your driver calls on arrival.
- Braeside-Dandenong Rd/Hutton Rd/State Rou The first leg out of Waterways 3195.
- Monash Fwy/M1 The main run in, covering most of the 66.5 km.
- Melbourne Airport terminal Dropped at your terminal door, about 52 minutes after pickup.
Flying out early?
For a morning departure from Waterways, 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.
Waterways to Melbourne Airport, start to finish
Expect 52 minutes or so from Waterways, and up to 78 if you are travelling through peak. It is 66.5 km, and the fare is estimated around $168 – $204.
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.
When to leave Waterways
Most passengers leaving Waterways give themselves three and a half hours for a domestic flight. International needs another hour on top. The drive accounts for 52 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
An SUV from Waterways costs the same $168 – $204 as a standard taxi, so if you are carrying extra bags or want more room, take it at no extra cost. A maxi seating up to eleven is $185 – $225.
If your pickup is closer to Aspendale Gardens 3195, Braeside 3195 and Chelsea Heights 3196, those areas have their own pages with their own estimated fares.
We cover all of Waterways 3195, including residential pickups, hotels and business addresses. Airport pickups back to the area are quoted the same way.
The road we take from Waterways
The 66.5 km route from Waterways uses Braeside-Dandenong Rd/Hutton Rd/State Rou, Eastlink/M3 and Monash Fwy/M1, with about $15.96 of tolls along the way. Both the distance and the toll are in the price before you confirm the booking.
The trip in the other direction
Back to Waterways is the same 66.5 km journey. The only addition is the $5.26 airport pickup fee, which is the airport's charge rather than ours. Add your flight number when you book and your driver works to the real landing time.
Where the number comes from
Broken down, a Waterways airport trip is flag fall $5.25, distance (66.5 km at $2.34 per km) $155.61 and toll $15.96. $177 all up. The $168 – $204 you see quoted is that number with a small allowance either side.
Meet and greet is optional and costs $35. Worth it on a long haul arrival, less so if you travel light and know the pickup area.
Add to your trip
Customise your ride to suit how you actually travel.
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Suburbs a similar distance from Melbourne Airport, each with its own estimated fare.
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!
Excellent taxi service from the airport to Werribee. The driver was punctual, friendly, and professional, and the vehicle was clean and comfortable. The trip was smooth, and the driver took an efficient route. The fare was reasonable, and the overall service was excellent. I will definitely use this taxi service again for my trips to and from Melbourne Airport. Highly recommended!
We used this taxi service for a trip from Altona to the airport and our return journey, and couldn’t be happier. The driver was on time both ways, communication was great from start to finish, and everything went smoothly. It was such a stress-free experience, especially after a long flight. Friendly, reliable service and we’ll definitely use them again. Highly recommend!
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.