Taxi in The Basin
Book a car in The Basin 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
- 65.7 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.
The Basin to Melbourne Airport
About 65.7 km, roughly 58 minutes in normal traffic.
The Basin to Melbourne CBD
About 40.7 km, roughly 36 minutes in normal traffic.
The Basin to the airport by car type
| Car | Seats | Bags | Estimated fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 4 | 4 | $148 – $181 |
| Silver Service | 4 | 4 | $159 – $193 |
| SUV or Wagon | 4 | 7 | $165 – $201 |
| Maxi Taxi | 11 | 8 | $165 – $201 |
Estimates only, based on the published Melbourne metro tariff and the driving distance from The Basin. Tolls and the airport pickup fee are included where they apply.
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Booking a taxi in The Basin
How much is a taxi from The Basin to Melbourne Airport?
A taxi from The Basin to Melbourne Airport is about 65.7 km and usually lands between $148 and $181 for a sedan, including the toll. The trip takes roughly 58 minutes in normal traffic. A maxi taxi for a group is between $165 and $201 for the same run.
How far is The Basin from the Melbourne CBD?
The Basin is about 40.7 km from the Melbourne CBD, which is roughly a 36 minute drive in normal traffic. A sedan taxi for that trip usually lands between $86 and $105.
Can I book a taxi in The Basin in advance?
Yes. Choose "Book for later" when booking a taxi in The Basin 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 The Basin?
Yes. Maxi taxis seating up to eleven people operate in The Basin, 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 The Basin late at night?
Yes, cars run in The Basin 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 The Basin?
Yes. Tick the child seat option when booking a taxi in The Basin 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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