Taxi in Richmond
Book a car in Richmond 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
- 33.6 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.
Richmond to Melbourne Airport
About 33.6 km, roughly 30 minutes in normal traffic.
Richmond to Melbourne CBD
About 4.5 km, roughly 6 minutes in normal traffic.
Richmond to the airport by car type
| Car | Seats | Bags | Estimated fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 4 | 4 | $84 – $103 |
| Silver Service | 4 | 4 | $95 – $116 |
| SUV or Wagon | 4 | 7 | $101 – $123 |
| Maxi Taxi | 11 | 8 | $101 – $123 |
Estimates only, based on the published Melbourne metro tariff and the driving distance from Richmond. Tolls and the airport pickup fee are included where they apply.
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Booking a taxi in Richmond
How much is a taxi from Richmond to Melbourne Airport?
A taxi from Richmond to Melbourne Airport is about 33.6 km and usually lands between $84 and $103 for a sedan, including the toll. The trip takes roughly 30 minutes in normal traffic. A maxi taxi for a group is between $101 and $123 for the same run.
How far is Richmond from the Melbourne CBD?
Richmond is about 4.5 km from the Melbourne CBD, which is roughly a 6 minute drive in normal traffic. A sedan taxi for that trip usually lands between $17 and $21.
Can I book a taxi in Richmond in advance?
Yes. Choose "Book for later" when booking a taxi in Richmond 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 Richmond?
Yes. Maxi taxis seating up to eleven people operate in Richmond, 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 Richmond late at night?
Yes, cars run in Richmond 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 Richmond?
Yes. Tick the child seat option when booking a taxi in Richmond and tell us the age of the child, and the correct restraint is fitted before the car arrives. There is no extra charge for the seat.
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