Getting around


Location

The conference will be held at the University of Melbourne's Parkville campus.

Getting into the city from the airport

Skybus

From Melbourne Airport, take SkyBus to the Melbourne city terminal situated at Southern Cross Station (in Spencer Street). This normally costs approximately $18.00 each way, and does not need to be booked in advance. For information about the public transport services which run to and from Melbourne Airport, including SkyBus and bus routes 478, 479, 500 and 901, please see the Public Transport Victoria Airport buses web page.

Taxis

A taxi from the airport will take around 40 minutes and will cost approximately $50.00. Taxi ranks are located on the ground floor outside Terminals 1 and between Terminals 2 and 3.

Public transport to the University

The best way to get to the University is by public transport. Trams run along Royal Parade and Swanston Street.

The University is located outside of the Tram Free Zone in the CBD. You will need a myki card when travelling on public transport in Melbourne. You can buy and top up a myki:

  • At all 7-Eleven stores, plus other retailers displaying the myki sign
  • At myki machines (full fare only) at all metropolitan train stations
  • Online By calling 1800 800 007 (6am - midnight daily, all night Friday and Saturday)
  • At Melbourne Airport, myki machines have been installed in Terminals 2, 3 and 4; concession myki cards can be purchased from the SkyBus Terminal
  • Public Transport Victoria (PTV) has useful resources; a Journey Planner and Tram Tracker