Skybus double-decker shuttle in Melbourne city, offering airport transfers.
Skybus double-decker heading to Melbourne Airport on a highway bridge.
Skybus staff in red vests standing in front of Melbourne Airport shuttle bus.
Person boarding a city bus with a Sky-Bus One-Way Transfer Travel Pass.
Skybus Melbourne Airport Shuttle at night in city center.
Airport Transfers

#Bus Transfer: Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to/from Melbourne City by Skybus

  • Hop aboard a cost-effective and convenient travel solution to or from Melbourne Airport and the city center in under 40 mins.
  • This express operates 7 days a week, with depatures every 15 minutes, making your journey hassle-free!
  • Don't worry about a flight delay or missing a transfer as your tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
  • Benefit from Wi-Fi available on board and ample luggage space, creating a comfortable trip.


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35 min. - 45 min.
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  • Hop aboard a cost-effective and convenient travel solution to or from Melbourne Airport and the city center in under 40 mins.
  • This express operates 7 days a week, with depatures every 15 minutes, making your journey hassle-free!
  • Don't worry about a flight delay or missing a transfer as your tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
  • Benefit from Wi-Fi available on board and ample luggage space, creating a comfortable trip.

Inclusions #

  • One-way/round-trip transfer to/from Melbourne Airport & Melbourne City

  • Ample luggage space

  • Free Wi-Fi

**Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne City **

  • First bus: 12am
  • Last bus: 1am
  • Frequency: Every 15 mins

**Melbourne City to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport **

  • First bus: 4am
  • Last bus: 1am
  • Frequency: Every 15 mins
  • Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Free Wi-Fi, Ample Luggage Space
  • The baggage allowance is the same as the standard checked-in and carry-on baggage allowance of the airline you used (carry your boarding pass in case).
  • Note that the following is not allowed on this tour: food and beverages.
  • These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.

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What is Skybus Melbourne? 

Skybus Melbourne offers reliable and frequent bus connections between the Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Melbourne city in a cost-effective and comfortable manner. If you find yourself in Melbourne, it would save you time and money to invest in this Melbourne Airport Transfer, to ensure a smooth ride to the city onboard luxurious coaches.

Operating Hours

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne City

  • Daily: 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM
  • Frequency: Every 7 to 10 minutes
  • Duration: 35 minutes

Melbourne City to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

  • Daily: 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM
  • Frequency: Every 7 to 10 minutes
  • Duration: 35 minutes

Why Book Skybus Tickets Online?

Skybus Melbourne Airport transfer
  • Hassle-free Booking: Don’t bother queuing up in front of ticket counters and reserve a seat on Skybus through a simple and fast booking platform.
  • Fast & Frequent Service: More frequent the service implies more time to explore, so grab a Skybus ticket to make the best of your holiday time.
  • Free Wifi: Share that trip selfie online and stay in touch with your loved ones with the free wifi onboard.
  • Multiple Terminal Stops: With stops at different terminals of the airport, the iconic red Skybus service is always easily accessible.
  • Accessibility: The modern Skybus fleet is wheelchair accessible and ensures that all passengers are at ease during their commute.
  • Safe & Reliable: Skybus is popular among tourists for its reliability and the safety precautions taken to provide a safe passenger experience.
  • Saves Money: Comfort and affordability go hand-in-hand with Skybus services, making it a worthwhile investment.

Validity: Skybus ticket is valid for 90 days from the date of purchase

All Your Skybus Ticket Options Explained

One-Way Ticket

Best Suited For: Travelers who haven’t set a return date

  • Choose between airport to city transfer or vice versa
  • Pre-booked and efficient connection to city or airport

Recommended Tickets: Skybus Melbourne Airport Shuttle

Round-Trip Ticket

Best Suited For: Passengers with a fixed schedule

  • Includes the journey from the airport to the city and back
  • Money-saver 

Recommended Tickets: Skybus Melbourne Airport Shuttle

Skybus Routes, Stops & Maps

Melbourne City Route

Distance Covered: 24.9 km
Duration: 35 minutes
Stops: 4

The four stops on this Skybus Melbourne Route are:

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport Terminal 1
  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport Terminal 3
  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport Terminal 4
  • Southern Cross Station

Skybus Final Arrival & Departure Points

Skybus Melbourne services connect the Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the city of Melbourne, at Southern Cross Coach Station. If you are impatiently waiting to start exploring Melbourne iconic landmarks, Skybus services take you right to the heart of it. Skybus Melbourne services would also be your go-to, if you want to catch your flight out in the most cost-effective and fast manner.

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Address: Melbourne Airport VIC 3045, Australia

Find On Maps

  • Primary airport serving Melbourne, 24.9 km from the city center
  • Of the 4 terminals, Skybus connects to Terminals 1, 3 & 4
  • Tourists primarily depend on Skybus to make connections to Melbourne

Southern Cross Coach Station

Address: 44 Spencer St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Find On Maps

  • At the heart of Melbourne, an ideal base to start your exploration
  • Close to Southern Cross Railway Station, making transfers easy
  • Closest Attraction: Melbourne Skydeck

Plan Your Journey with Skybus Melbourne

Skybus Melbourne Airport transfer

  • Daily: 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM
  • Frequency: Every 7 to 10 minutes
  • Duration: 35 minutes

Skybus Melbourne Airport transfer
  • Spacious Seats: Get comfy on the spacious seats with ample legroom.
  • Free Wifi: Stay on top of your work or in touch with your loved ones with the free wifi onboard.
  • Mobility Enhanced: All Skybuses are mobility enhanced to make it easily accessible for wheelchair users.
  • Luggage Storage: You can safely stow away your baggage with the help of the Skybus staff.
  • Supportive Staff: Get assisted and find guidance to get around from the professional Skybus staff.
Skybus Melbourne Airport transfer
  • Inclusions: The ticket includes the cost of transfer along with toll fees, free wifi and luggage and doesn’t include the onward journey to your hotels, or food.
  • Skip the Queues: Booking online provides the incredible benefit of skipping the counter queues and saving time.
  • Connectivity: Connecting from Southern Cross Station to various parts of Melbourne or to other cities is super easy. It is also close to many Melbourne attractions.
  • Validity: Skybus ticket is valid for 90 days from the date of purchase
  • Luggage Allowance: You may carry standard checked-in and carry-on baggage allowance of the airline you used and it would be helpful to carry your boarding pass.
  • Food: Consumption of food and drink (except water) is not permitted on Skybus

Frequently Asked Questions About Skybus Tickets Answered

Skybus tickets come at various price ranges starting from $14.56, depending on the type of ticket you want to purchase.