Taxi in Lara
Book a car in Lara for right now or for a set time, and see the fare before you commit. Airport runs, maxi taxis for groups, baby seats and silver service cars.
- Cars available now
- 24 hours, 7 days
- 70.6 km to the airport
What the common trips cost
Worked out from the published Melbourne metro tariff and the real driving distance. These are estimates, so traffic and waiting time can move the final figure.
Lara to Melbourne Airport
About 70.6 km, roughly 62 minutes in normal traffic.
Lara to Melbourne CBD
About 60.6 km, roughly 53 minutes in normal traffic.
Lara to the airport by car type
| Car | Seats | Bags | Estimated fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 4 | 4 | $145 – $177 |
| Silver Service | 4 | 4 | $156 – $190 |
| SUV or Wagon | 4 | 7 | $162 – $198 |
| Maxi Taxi | 11 | 8 | $162 – $198 |
Estimates only, based on the published Melbourne metro tariff and the driving distance from Lara. Tolls and the airport pickup fee are included where they apply.
Booking a taxi in Lara
How much is a taxi from Lara to Melbourne Airport?
A taxi from Lara to Melbourne Airport is about 70.6 km and usually lands between $145 and $177 for a sedan, including the toll. The trip takes roughly 62 minutes in normal traffic. A maxi taxi for a group is between $162 and $198 for the same run.
Do you pick up near Lara railway station?
Yes. Lara railway station is about 1.6 km from the Lara area we cover, and it is one of the most common pickup and drop off points here. Tell us the entrance or platform when you book and the driver will meet you there.
How far is Lara from the Melbourne CBD?
Lara is about 60.6 km from the Melbourne CBD, which is roughly a 53 minute drive in normal traffic. A sedan taxi for that trip usually lands between $126 and $153.
Can I book a taxi in Lara in advance?
Yes. Choose "Book for later" when booking a taxi in Lara and set the date and time you need the car. Advance bookings matter most for early airport runs and hospital appointments, where missing the car is not an option.
Do you run maxi taxis in Lara?
Yes. Maxi taxis seating up to eleven people operate in Lara, along with sedans and larger SUV and wagon vehicles. Once there are five of you a maxi normally costs less than booking two cars, and everyone arrives together.
Is there a taxi available in Lara late at night?
Yes, cars run in Lara 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Evening, overnight and weekend night trips are priced on a different tariff to a daytime trip, which is shown in your estimate before you book rather than added afterwards.
Can I get a taxi with a baby seat in Lara?
Yes. Tick the child seat option when booking a taxi in Lara and tell us the age of the child, and the correct restraint is fitted before the car arrives. The fee for the seat is arranged as part of your fare, not a flat add on charge.
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