Taxi Cheltenham - 24/7 Cab Service (3192)

Cheltenham is a central suburb at postcode 3192 in the City of Kingston, about 21 kilometres south east of Melbourne CBD. It is best known regionally as the suburb containing Westfield Southland, one of the largest shopping centres in Melbourne’s south east, which draws visitors from Frankston, Dandenong, and across the Kingston corridor for its retail, dining, and cinema precinct. It also sits on the Frankston rail line with Cheltenham Station serving as an express stop on some Frankston services. Silver Taxi Melbourne covers Cheltenham around the clock.The fare from Cheltenham to Melbourne Airport is approximately $87, based on $9.90 flag fall plus $2.20 per kilometre for the 35-kilometre run to Tullamarine. Return trips from the airport carry a $5.26 pickup fee.

Airport Transfers from Cheltenham

The route from Cheltenham to Melbourne Airport uses EastLink north and then the Eastern Freeway, connecting to the Western Ring Road for the final leg to Tullamarine. Before 6am on a clear run, the trip takes around 35 to 42 minutes. During weekday peak hours between 7am and 9am, that can stretch to 52 or 55 minutes.On Friday and Saturday nights after 10pm, Tariff 3 applies at $2.34 per kilometre, bringing the fare to approximately $92. A Silver Service upgrade adds $11. A Maxi Taxi for a group adds $17.80, making the total approximately $103.Moorabbin Airport, which is a general aviation airport in Moorabbin, is also accessible from Cheltenham for charter and light aircraft. The distance is approximately 6 kilometres and the fare runs from $39.90 to $50. We cover private charter departures and arrivals at Moorabbin on request.We recommend leaving Cheltenham at least two hours before a domestic Tullamarine flight and two and a half hours before an international departure.

Westfield Southland Rides

Westfield Southland on Bay Road is the most common local destination from Cheltenham taxi bookings. The centre draws visitors who want to be dropped at the main entrance on Bay Road or collected from outside a specific retailer. We cover all entry points including the Nepean Highway side, Bay Road main entrance, and the lower car park exit near Cheltenham Road.The centre’s cinema complex and food court generate late night pickups, particularly on weekends. Booking ahead for a timed pickup from Southland on a Friday or Saturday evening is straightforward via 0412 456 588.

Local Destinations from Cheltenham

Cheltenham Station on Nepean Highway connects to the Frankston line and handles a consistent volume of station pickups, particularly for evening and late night arrivals when the taxi is faster than waiting for a connecting service. The station strip on Nepean Highway has several restaurants and bars that generate late night bookings.Monash Medical Centre in Clayton is approximately 10 kilometres north east and is a regular medical transfer. Cabrini Hospital in Brighton is approximately 8 kilometres north and is also a common destination from Cheltenham addresses. Peninsula Kingswood Country Golf Club in nearby Dingley Village is a regular corporate and leisure booking.

Frequently Asked Questions: Taxi in Cheltenham

How much does a taxi from Cheltenham to Melbourne Airport cost?

A taxi from Cheltenham to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) costs approximately $111 to $122. The fare is calculated on the Victorian metered rate: a $9.90 flag fall and $2.20 per kilometre. The driving distance from Cheltenham to Tullamarine is approximately 46 kilometres via the Nepean Highway northbound, the Monash Freeway, and the Western Ring Road. On the outbound leg to the airport, no additional fee applies. The $5.26 airport pickup fee is charged only when your driver picks you up from the terminal on the return. On Friday and Saturday nights between 10pm and 4am, Tariff 3 raises the per kilometre rate to $2.34 and the Cheltenham to airport fare rises to approximately $127 to $138. For a confirmed quote from your specific Cheltenham address, call 0412 456 588. We answer 24 hours a day and confirm every booking immediately.

How long does a taxi take from Cheltenham to Melbourne Airport?

A taxi from Cheltenham to Melbourne Airport takes approximately 40 to 55 minutes under normal weekday conditions. The most direct route heads north along the Nepean Highway to Moorabbin or Mentone, joins the Monash Freeway at Clayton, and continues west on the Western Ring Road to Tullamarine. Before 6am on weekdays, traffic is minimal and the trip typically takes 38 to 44 minutes. During morning peak between 7am and 9am, the Monash Freeway and the Ring Road interchange can add 15 to 20 minutes. Silver Taxi Melbourne recommends leaving Cheltenham at least two hours before a domestic departure and at least two and a half hours before international. For very early morning flights, call 0412 456 588 the evening before to lock in your departure time. Having a confirmed booking prevents any uncertainty about driver availability at 4am in Cheltenham.

Is there a 24-hour taxi service in Cheltenham?

Yes. Silver Taxi Melbourne operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week in Cheltenham. The suburb generates consistent bookings at early morning hours from passengers using Cheltenham Station and from residents catching early airport flights to Sydney or Queensland. Late night medical transport, overnight corporate account bookings, and shift worker rides from local businesses near Keys Road and South Road are also regular at odd hours. Our driver base in Clayton sits approximately 10 kilometres from central Cheltenham, which keeps response times short for on demand bookings. For a 24-hour taxi in Cheltenham, call 0412 456 588 at any time and we will confirm your booking. We do not route you through an automated system or a third party app before connecting you with a driver. The phone is answered directly and bookings are confirmed on the call.

Can I book a Maxi Taxi in Cheltenham for a group?

Yes. Silver Taxi Melbourne provides Maxi Taxi for groups of up to 11 passengers in Cheltenham. A Maxi Taxi is the recommended option when a family or group is travelling to Melbourne Airport together and the combined luggage does not fit in a standard four door sedan. The Maxi surcharge is $17.80 on top of the metered fare, making a Cheltenham to Melbourne Airport Maxi booking approximately $127 to $138 total. For a group of four or more, this often costs less per head than individual taxis and eliminates the coordination of multiple arrival times at the airport. Maxi Taxi in Cheltenham is also used for wedding groups, sporting team transfers, and large corporate events. For weekend bookings, confirming the day before is recommended. For weekday morning airport runs, book the evening before by calling 0412 456 588.

How do I book a taxi in Cheltenham?

Call 0412 456 588 to book a Silver Taxi in Cheltenham. We answer 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Provide your pickup address in Cheltenham, your destination, and the time you need a driver and we will confirm the booking immediately. For airport transfers, we recommend booking the evening before your flight, particularly if departing before 7am. Same day and on demand bookings are also available in Cheltenham, with response times typically 15 to 20 minutes given our Clayton base is approximately 10 kilometres away. You can also book via email at book@silver-taximelbourne.com.au for not urgent trips, or submit a Get a Quote request on the website and we will call you back within the hour. All bookings are handled directly by Silver Taxi Melbourne, not through a third party dispatch centre, so you receive a confirmed driver every time you call.