Taxi in Balwyn
Book a car in Balwyn 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
- No surge pricing
- 35.0 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.
Balwyn to Melbourne Airport
About 35.0 km, roughly 31 minutes in normal traffic.
Balwyn to Melbourne CBD
About 12.1 km, roughly 17 minutes in normal traffic.
Balwyn to the airport by car type
| Car | Seats | Bags | Estimated fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 4 | 4 | $78 – $96 |
| Silver Service | 4 | 4 | $89 – $108 |
| SUV or Wagon | 4 | 7 | $95 – $116 |
| Maxi Taxi | 11 | 8 | $95 – $116 |
Estimates only, based on the published Melbourne metro tariff and the driving distance from Balwyn. Tolls and the airport pickup fee are included where they apply.
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Booking a taxi in Balwyn
How much is a taxi from Balwyn to Melbourne Airport?
A taxi from Balwyn to Melbourne Airport is about 35.0 km and usually lands between $78 and $96 for a sedan, including the toll. The trip takes roughly 31 minutes in normal traffic. A maxi taxi for a group is between $95 and $116 for the same run.
Do you pick up near Canterbury railway station?
Yes. Canterbury railway station is about 1.3 km from the Balwyn 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 Balwyn from the Melbourne CBD?
Balwyn is about 12.1 km from the Melbourne CBD, which is roughly a 17 minute drive in normal traffic. A sedan taxi for that trip usually lands between $29 and $36.
Can I book a taxi in Balwyn in advance?
Yes. Choose "Book for later" when booking a taxi in Balwyn 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 Balwyn?
Yes. Maxi taxis seating up to eleven people operate in Balwyn, 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 Balwyn late at night?
Yes, cars run in Balwyn 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 Balwyn?
Yes. Tick the child seat option when booking a taxi in Balwyn 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.
What passengers say about us on Google
“Great service this morning and lovely, capable taxi driver. Perfectly on time as well. Thank you for the ride and chat!”
Britt“I’ve been using 13 Melbourne Taxi for my airport transfers for the past couple of years and they have been consistently excellent. The drivers are always punctual, the cars are exceptionally well maintained and, most importantly, the service is completely reliable. When you have an early flight or are arriving home after a long trip, knowing the car will be there when expected makes a huge difference. I honestly can’t fault the service and continue to use them for all my airport transfers. Highly recommended.”
Aleks Efeian“Excellent service. Always reliable, ready at the time you land, ready at the time you need to get to the airport. Polite, efficient. Have used this service for a couple years now, will not look elsewhere.”
Luca Spampinato“Fabulous silver service taxi company for Melbourne Tullamarine airport transfer. Cars are always clean and nice smelling. Definitely recommend to anyone out there”
ajay bhinder“The team have always been amazing from the very first time I used their service. Whether it’s a last-minute booking or a well-planned trip, they always manage to have a car available and make everything so easy. The cars are always immaculate, clean and comfortable, and every driver I’ve had has been incredibly friendly and professional. Such a reliable service and an absolute pleasure to deal with — highly recommend!”
Jenny Lyons“I use this taxi service run by Sherry and Prabh almost every week to and from the airport. Out of 100+ trips I’ve never had a bad experience, their group of drivers are always very professional, on time and have spotless cars mostly Lexus. Communication via text is easy with immediate confirmation of bookings and taxi number provided and ETA updates. I highly recommend this service.”
David McNeil“Working with Sherry is a great experience. He is courteous, honest, polite and most important of all, highly dependable. I would highly recommend his services for both business and personal use.”
Bob Lee“This is the best taxi service in Melbourne. High quality service, extremely reliable, and great communication.”
L M“We have used this service many many times. Each time the driver has been punctual, polite and professional. Very convenient for airport trips taking the stress off passengers. Very happy with service. Highly recommend.”
Lena Sirianni“Great service for an airport transfer from Mount Macedon. The booking process was easy, communication was prompt and responsive, and the overall service was excellent. Would definitely recommend!”
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