Whether you’re coming from overseas or interstate, a trip to Abbotsford almost always means a trip through Melbourne airport. But with 24km separating the two destinations, getting from Melbourne airport to Abbotsford isn’t always the quickest. If you choose public transport, you can be faced with substantial travel times – accounting for each stop along the way. If you choose a taxi, you may end up stuck in a long queue at the cab rank. Luckily, there’s a far more appealing option: a Melbourne airport to Abbotsford transfer with Hughes. Hughes offers direct and private airport transfers, utilising a fleet of luxury vehicles, and professional chauffeurs to drive them. But the best part is our pricing: we maintain our prices to be on par with alternatives. That means that for similar costs to a taxi, you get to jump the queue and travel in a luxury car of your choosing!
Journey: Melbourne Airport to Abbotsford
Our Fleet
Whether you are looking for a luxury limousine or premium sedan experience or want to move a large group easily and in comfort, Hughes can help. We have vehicle options for 1 – 61 passengers and an extensive fleet to accommodate all your transport needs.
Not sure what vehicle’s suit your needs? Contact our friendly team on 1300 615 165 or [email protected] to discuss your requirements.
Executive Sedans
Perfect for 1-3 passengers with minimal luggage, our executive sedans are well-appointed for your comfort. Vehicle options include Mercedes E Class, Genesis, or similar.
Premium Sedans
Perfect for 1-3 passengers with minimal luggage, our premium sedans include the latest prestige models with top of the line features. Vehicle options include, BMW 7 Series, Audi A8, Mercedes S Class, or similar.
Premium SUVs
Perfect for 1- 3 passengers with up to 5 suitcases, our premium SUVs include the latest prestige models with top of the line features. Vehicle options include Audi Q7 or similar.
People Movers
Perfect for up to 6 passengers with standard luggage, our people movers are luxurious and roomy, with ergonomic design for your comfort. Vehicle options of Mercedes V Class or similar.
Luxury Minibuses
Perfect for up 9 - 14 passengers with a trailer option for additional luggage, our Mercedes Sprinter minibuses are a luxurious option for groups. Vehicle options of Mercedes Sprinter or similar.
Small Coach
Perfect for up 21 - 54 passengers with standard luggage with a trailer option for additional luggage, our air-conditioned, luxury coaches are a great option for larger groups.
Traffic will play a big part: Here are travel times from Melbourne airport to Abbotsford
As with all inner-city travel, traffic conditions are influential. They’re also variable! On average it takes only around 35 minutes to travel from Melbourne airport to Abbotsford. However, during peak hour, chances are it might take longer.
Peak Hour Travel Time:
Airport to Abbotsford – 45 minutes
Abbotsford to airport – 45 minutes
Off-Peak Travel Time:
Airport to Abbotsford – 30 minutes
Abbotsford to airport – 30 minutes
Melbourne airport has great facilities – Check them out before you head to Abbotsford
Melbourne airport caters for a mix of domestic and international flights. It also caters for a wide range of carriers. To do so, Melbourne airport has four terminals on offer. To service incoming and outgoing traffic across all four terminals, the airport has an excellent mix of collection points, drop off zones, waiting areas, and car parks. Within 100m of all four terminals, there are separate car parks to cater for stopping vehicles. There is also a significant public zone, which has an abundance of space for kerbside passenger drop-offs, and collections. If your lift has arrived just a little bit before you have, there’s space as well! Melbourne airport has waiting zones, which vary in stopping time from one minute, to ten minutes. Across all facilities, there’s more than enough to keep traffic flowing smoothly. There’s also plenty of signage, so finding your Abbotsford transfer will be easy!
Abbotsford has plenty to see! Here’s what to look for before going back to Melbourne airport
Abbotsford is a slice of Melbourne quite unlike any other. Bounded by the similarly iconic suburbs of Collinwood and Richmond, Abbotsford maintains Melbourne’s reputation as the cultural capital of Australia with a host of venues. It has dining, cultural venues, shopping precincts, and much more. Best seen on foot, Abbotsford offers a host of secrets to anyone with the time to appreciate them. To help you find your way around easily, Hughes offers complete transfers from anywhere in Abbotsford. That means getting back to Melbourne airport from Abbotsford will be easy!
