The fastest way from South Melbourne to Melbourne Airport takes about 57 min, on line 96, Skybus - Melbourne Airport - Melbourne C, with 1 transfer; walking adds about 6 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 96 towards Blyth St/Nicholson St #23: board at South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127, alight at Spencer St/Bourke St #1 — 6 stops, 11 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, 34 min ride.
About the origin and destination
South Melbourne
An inner suburb with South Melbourne Market and Albert Park Lake nearby.
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 South Melbourne to Melbourne Airport?
A typical trip takes about 57 minutes, of which roughly 6 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from South Melbourne to Melbourne Airport?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is 96 + Skybus - Melbourne Airport - Melbourne C, with 1 transfers.
From South Melbourne onward
