SkyBus Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne City
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SkyBus Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne City

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Accessibility

Wheelchair friendly

Suitable for

All ages

Highlights

  • Clean, comfortable and modern fleet

  • Operates 24/7, no need to reserve a time

  • Free City Transfer connection on SkyBus Link service

  • One way or return transfer options available

  • No excess luggage fees and Free on board WiFi

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Melbourne City to Tullamarine Airport  - One Way

Non-refundable
Adult -18%
SGD 26.02 SGD 21.45
Child -13%
SGD 7.76 SGD 6.74
Senior -16%
SGD 20.79 SGD 17.52

Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne City - One Way

Non-refundable
Adult -11%
SGD 26.02 SGD 23.18
Child -13%
SGD 8.15 SGD 7.12
Senior -9%
SGD 20.79 SGD 18.90

Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne City - Return

Non-refundable
Adult -12%
SGD 43.58 SGD 38.35
Child -13%
SGD 11.06 SGD 9.67
Senior -19%
SGD 35.26 SGD 28.50

Melbourne City to Tullamarine Airport  - Return

Non-refundable
Adult -12%
SGD 43.58 SGD 38.35
Child -17%
SGD 12.68 SGD 10.48
Senior -12%
SGD 35.26 SGD 31.06
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About SkyBus Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne City

Skip the expensive taxis and start your Melbourne adventure the smart way with the SkyBus Melbourne City Express. This fast, reliable, and comfortable 24/7 coach service whisks you from Tullamarine Airport to Southern Cross Station in under 30 minutes, complete with free WiFi and a complimentary hotel transfer service to get you right to your doorstep.

Local Legends & Stories

While not steeped in ancient mythology, the SkyBus has become a modern Melbourne institution, famously known among locals as the most dependable way to beat the notorious Tullamarine Freeway traffic jams thanks to its dedicated transit lanes and experienced drivers.

Must Do Experiences

  • Enjoy the complimentary SkyBus Link hotel transfer service from Southern Cross Station to seamlessly reach your city accommodation.

  • Connect to the free onboard WiFi to instantly share your arrival photos or map out your first Melbourne itinerary.

  • Relax in the spacious, modern coach and take in the changing scenery as you transition from the airport outskirts into the vibrant Melbourne CBD.

  • Grab a coffee at the Southern Cross Station concourse upon arrival to kickstart your Melbourne culinary experience.

Hidden Gems

  • The SkyBus Link service actually drops you off at designated stops near major hotels, saving you from dragging heavy luggage through the CBD streets.

  • Because the buses run every 10 minutes and operate 24/7, you never need to stress about booking a specific time slot or waiting long after a delayed flight.

  • There are no excess luggage fees, making it an incredibly cost-effective hidden gem for travellers with oversized sports gear or multiple suitcases.

What Makes it Special

  • Unmatched frequency and reliability with departures every 10 minutes around the clock, meaning you never have to reserve a specific time.

  • The seamless two-step journey combining the express highway coach with the complimentary local hotel transfer minibus.

  • Generous luggage policies with no hidden excess baggage fees, unlike standard rideshares or taxis.

Available Facilities

Wi-Fi Wheelchair Access Luggage Storage Air Conditioning USB Charging Ports Restrooms at Terminal Restrooms at Southern Cross Station

Perfect Timing

When to visit for the best experience

Since this is an essential airport transfer service operating 24/7, the best time to travel is simply whenever your flight lands or departs. However, travelling during off-peak hours like late morning or mid-afternoon will help you avoid the heaviest rush hour traffic on the Tullamarine Freeway, ensuring the quickest possible transit time.

Photography Guide

Capture the perfect shots

  • Capture the iconic Melbourne skyline approaching the city from the freeway during the golden hour just after sunrise or before sunset.

  • Take a quick, well-lit selfie with the distinctive red SkyBus coach at the dedicated airport terminal bays before boarding.

  • Avoid using flash photography inside the coach to respect the comfort and rest of fellow passengers during the journey.

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs and traditions

Australians generally appreciate a polite and orderly approach to queuing, so wait your turn when lining up to board the bus or load your luggage. It is also customary to offer a friendly thank you or cheers to the driver and luggage handlers as you disembark at Southern Cross Station. Tipping is not expected or required for the SkyBus drivers or the SkyBus Link transfer staff.

Special Events & Experiences

Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights

  • During the Australian Open in January, expect higher passenger volumes and allow a little extra time for boarding and luggage loading.

  • The Melbourne Cup Carnival in early November brings a surge of international and interstate visitors, making the 24/7 frequency of SkyBus especially valuable.

  • Over the Christmas and New Year holiday peak season, the service maintains its strict 10-minute departure schedule to handle the heavy festive travel rush.

Important Guidelines & Safety

Essential safety information and guidelines

  • Always remain seated with your seatbelt fastened while the coach is in motion on the Tullamarine Freeway.

  • Keep your valuables, passport, and essential medications in a small carry-on bag that stays with you in the cabin, rather than in the undercarriage luggage hold.

  • Watch your step and mind the gap when boarding and alighting the coach, especially if the ground is wet from Melbourne's unpredictable weather.

Visitor Information

Entry Fee

Tickets are available for one-way or return journeys, with significant savings available when booking return transfers in advance online. Child, student, and senior concession fares are offered, and young children can often travel for free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Visit Duration

The express coach journey from Tullamarine Airport to Southern Cross Station typically takes less than 30 minutes, while the subsequent SkyBus Link hotel drop-off adds another 10 to 15 minutes depending on your accommodation's location. If you are short on time, you can bypass the hotel transfer and simply walk or catch a quick tram from Southern Cross Station directly to your final destination.

Accessibility

The SkyBus fleet is fully wheelchair accessible, featuring dedicated spaces and ramps for easy boarding, while the SkyBus Link transfer vehicles can also accommodate mobility aids with prior notice. Staff at both the airport and Southern Cross Station are readily available to assist passengers with special needs or heavy luggage.

Overview

Looking for a fast and convenient way to travel from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Southern Cross Station? SkyBus Melbourne City Express is the smart way to travel to the city in less than 30 minutes. Relax in comfortable modern coaches and take advantage of the FREE Wifi throughout the journey as you adjust to a new city. A complimentary transfer from Southern Cross Station to eight city locations can help you make the connection to your hotel seamless. SkyBus operates in Melbourne 24hrs a day, 7 days a week with departures every 10 minutes from Tullamarine Airport. Travelling to Melbourne City has never been easier or more affordable with a SkyBus airport transfer.
SkyBus Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne City gallery

Important Information

What's Included

  • Transfers between Melbourne City and Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
  • FREE WiFi onboard
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2

Complete secure payment at checkout.

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Receive instant e-ticket confirmation via email.

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Show your mobile or printed voucher at the venue.

Admission
  • Departures operate every 15 minutes.
  • Melbourne Airport: Kerbside at Terminals 1, 3 & 4.
  • Melbourne City: Southern Cross Station Coach Terminal.
  • Average travel time is approximately 30 minutes.
  • During peak hours (6am–10am & 3pm–7pm), travel time may take up to 45 minutes.
Eligibility
  • Child Ticket: Ages 4–16 years old.
Attraction Access
  • Complimentary city transfer is available via the SkyBus Link service. Please download the SkyBus app for detailed information on stops and timetables.
  • Guests must present a valid voucher (printed or mobile) upon boarding.
Additional Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of travel
  • Complete Tour Operator information and contact details are included on the voucher.
Important Notes
  • Please arrive at the designated pick-up point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
  • Guests are advised to wait at the designated pick-up area at least 10 minutes prior to departure to avoid missing the service.
How to Get There
  • SkyBus operates from designated terminals at Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). Simply follow the signs for SkyBus upon arrival. In the city, SkyBus arrives and departs from Southern Cross Station, which is easily accessible by tram, train, and bus.

Location

Melbourne Airport - Kerbside at Terminals 1, 3 & 4

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the SkyBus Melbourne City Express travels directly from Tullamarine Airport to Southern Cross Station. It also includes a complimentary transfer service to eight designated city locations to help you reach your accommodation.
The journey from Tullamarine Airport to Southern Cross Station takes less than 30 minutes. Coaches depart every 10 minutes, 24 hours a day, providing frequent transit to the city.
You can expect a ride in modern coaches equipped with free Wifi throughout the journey. Upon arriving at Southern Cross Station, a complimentary transfer service is available to take you to eight different city locations.
SkyBus departures are from the designated SkyBus stop located outside the Tullamarine Airport International and Domestic Terminals, clearly signposted near the arrivals areas.
The journey takes approximately 20–25 minutes under normal traffic conditions, with a maximum of 30 minutes during peak periods.
Yes, SkyBus coaches are wheelchair accessible, with ramps and designated wheelchair spaces; passengers requiring assistance should notify the driver upon boarding.
The complimentary transfer serves eight specific city locations, including major hotels and landmarks; check the full list on the SkyBus website or at the SkyBus desk upon arrival at Southern Cross Station.
Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available on every SkyBus coach throughout the 24/7 service schedule, including overnight runs.
Buses depart every 10 minutes from Tullamarine Airport, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including late-night and early-morning hours.
The service terminates at Southern Cross Station, which offers connections to metropolitan trains, tram lines, regional coaches, and local bus services.
Passengers may bring standard luggage (two checked bags plus one carry-on); there is dedicated storage space under the coach for larger items like suitcases and sports equipment.
SkyBus tickets are valid for travel on the date purchased and can be used for any departure on that day; unused tickets remain valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and are refundable within 24 hours of purchase.
You need either a printed ticket, an email confirmation showing the booking reference, or a digital ticket on your mobile device; no government ID is required for boarding.

About SkyBus Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne City

Since this is an essential airport transfer service operating 24/7, the best time to travel is simply whenever your flight lands or departs. However, travelling during off-peak hours like late morning or mid-afternoon will help you avoid the heaviest rush hour traffic on the Tullamarine Freeway, ensuring the quickest possible transit time.
The express coach journey from Tullamarine Airport to Southern Cross Station typically takes less than 30 minutes, while the subsequent SkyBus Link hotel drop-off adds another 10 to 15 minutes depending on your accommodation's location. If you are short on time, you can bypass the hotel transfer and simply walk or catch a quick tram from Southern Cross Station directly to your final destination.
SkyBus Melbourne City Express operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with departures every 10 minutes from Tullamarine Airport to Southern Cross Station. The journey typically takes less than 30 minutes and includes complimentary onboard Wi-Fi. A free shuttle service is available from Southern Cross Station to eight city locations to facilitate hotel connections.
SkyBus operates in Melbourne 24hrs a day, 7 days a week with departures every 10 minutes from Tullamarine Airport. Travelling to Melbourne City has never been easier or more affordable with a SkyBus airport transfer. Melbourne SkyBus Airport transfers are the smart way to commute between Tullamarine Airport and Southern Cross Station.
Tickets are available for one-way or return journeys, with significant savings available when booking return transfers in advance online. Child, student, and senior concession fares are offered, and young children can often travel for free when accompanied by a paying adult.
The SkyBus fleet is fully wheelchair accessible, featuring dedicated spaces and ramps for easy boarding, while the SkyBus Link transfer vehicles can also accommodate mobility aids with prior notice. Staff at both the airport and Southern Cross Station are readily available to assist passengers with special needs or heavy luggage.
Always remain seated with your seatbelt fastened while the coach is in motion on the Tullamarine Freeway.
Keep your valuables, passport, and essential medications in a small carry-on bag that stays with you in the cabin, rather than in the undercarriage luggage hold.
Watch your step and mind the gap when boarding and alighting the coach, especially if the ground is wet from Melbourne's unpredictable weather.
Australians generally appreciate a polite and orderly approach to queuing, so wait your turn when lining up to board the bus or load your luggage. It is also customary to offer a friendly thank you or cheers to the driver and luggage handlers as you disembark at Southern Cross Station. Tipping is not expected or required for the SkyBus drivers or the SkyBus Link transfer staff.
Capture the iconic Melbourne skyline approaching the city from the freeway during the golden hour just after sunrise or before sunset.
Take a quick, well-lit selfie with the distinctive red SkyBus coach at the dedicated airport terminal bays before boarding.
Avoid using flash photography inside the coach to respect the comfort and rest of fellow passengers during the journey.
Wi-Fi, Wheelchair Access, Luggage Storage, Air Conditioning, USB Charging Ports, Restrooms at Terminal, Restrooms at Southern Cross Station

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