Getting from Carlton to Melbourne Airport takes about 62 min by public transport, on line 251, 216, Skybus - Melbourne Airport - Melbourne C, with 2 transfers, with about 7 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 251 towards Little Collins St/Queen St: board at Carlton Gardens/Rathdowne St, alight at Little Bourke St/Queen St — 5 stops, 10 min ride.
- Line 216 towards Sunshine Station/Dickson St: board at Lonsdale St/Queen St, alight at Lonsdale St/Spencer St — 2 stops, 2 min ride.
- Line Skybus - Melbourne Airport - Melbourne C towards Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr: board at Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St, alight at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr — 2 stops, 32 min ride.
- Line 86 towards Waterfront City/Docklands Dr #D11: board at Melbourne Museum/Nicholson St #11, alight at Spencer St/Bourke St #1 — 8 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line 96 towards Belford St/Acland St #139: board at Johnston St/Nicholson St #13, alight at Spencer St/Bourke St #1 — 10 stops, 19 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Carlton
The Italian quarter on Lygon Street, next to the University of Melbourne and Carlton Gardens.
Melbourne Airport
Tullamarine airport, linked to Southern Cross by SkyBus and to the suburbs by local buses.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Carlton to Melbourne Airport?
A typical trip takes about 62 minutes, of which roughly 7 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Carlton to Melbourne Airport?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is 251 + 216 + Skybus - Melbourne Airport - Melbourne C, with 2 transfers.
