Avalon Airport to Melbourne
SkyBus Avalon City Express meets each major flight at Avalon Airport (AVV) and runs to Southern Cross Station in the Melbourne CBD and to Werribee (Synnot St). The adult fare is $29.00 one way, $54.80 return (SkyBus). The Route 18 bus links the airport with Lara Station, and private transfers go door to door. Checked 17 Oct 2026.
| Fact | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| SkyBus Avalon City Express adult fare | $29.00 one way, $54.80 return | skybus.com.au, checked 17 Oct 2026 |
| SkyBus Avalon City Express route | Meets each major flight; runs to Southern Cross Station and Werribee (Synnot St) | avalonairport.com.au, checked 17 Oct 2026 |
| SkyBus to Avalon from the city | Southern Cross Station, Bay 74 | transport.vic.gov.au, checked 17 Oct 2026 |
For anyone landing at Avalon and heading to the Melbourne CBD or Werribee.
Airport: Avalon Airport (AVV). Last checked 17 Oct 2026.
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| Option | Route | Book ahead? | Price | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SkyBus Avalon City Express | Meets each major flight; to Southern Cross Station and Werribee (Synnot St) | Check with SkyBus | Adult $29.00 one way, $54.80 return (SkyBus fares) | Most travellers going to the CBD or Werribee |
| Route 18 bus | Avalon Airport to Lara Station | Check with Transport Victoria | Check with Transport Victoria | Connecting to a train at Lara (check onward times) |
| Pre-booked private transfer | Door to door | Yes | Check live price | Groups, families, addresses away from Southern Cross |
| Taxi or rideshare | Door to door | Check with the operator | Get a quote before you travel | Door-to-door trips |
SkyBus from Avalon: what to know
- It meets each major flight, so the timetable follows arrivals.
- It stops at Southern Cross Station (Melbourne CBD) and Werribee (Synnot St).
- Adult $29.00 one way, $54.80 return (SkyBus fares). Check child fares with SkyBus.
Melbourne to Avalon Airport (the other direction)
Buses to Avalon leave Southern Cross Station from Bay 74 and run via Werribee (Transport Victoria). Check the timetable for your departure on skybus.com.au. Allow extra time if you are relying on a single bus to reach a flight.
Avalon or Melbourne Airport?
Avalon Airport (AVV) is a different airport from Melbourne Airport (MEL), with different transfer options. Check the airport code on your booking before you arrange a transfer.
Heading to Geelong rather than Melbourne? See Avalon Airport to Geelong.
Pre-booked private transfers
Welcome Pickups
Pre-booked private airport transfers.
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Kiwitaxi
Pre-booked transfers.
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Questions people ask
How much is SkyBus from Avalon to Melbourne?
Adult $29.00 one way, $54.80 return (SkyBus fares, checked 17 Oct 2026). Check the exact fare when you book.
Does SkyBus meet every flight at Avalon?
Avalon Airport says SkyBus Avalon City Express meets each major flight.
Is Avalon Airport the same as Tullamarine?
No. Avalon Airport (AVV) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) are separate airports with separate transfer options. Check the airport code on your booking.
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Travelling as a Muslim? See our Muslim-friendly airport guide.
Sources (checked 17 Oct 2026): Avalon Airport: getting here by bus; SkyBus: fares; Transport Victoria: getting to and from Melbourne and Avalon airports.