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$17.10 One Way and $34.20 Return Skybus Airport Transfers between Melbourne Airport and City

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$17.10 One Way and $34.20 Return Skybus Airport Transfers between Melbourne Airport and City
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LR-Man on 28/07/2017 - 11:20 skybus.umd.com.au (3958 clicks)
Last edited 12/02/2018 - 11:07 by 1 other user
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Update: Thank you aquab for sharing the promo code! Get a further 5% off when you use "sundayholidays". Not sure when this will expire.

Hi Ozb,

Enjoy 5% off skybus tickets when you enter this Promo code!
Tickets come with the standard 3 months expiry.

Show your ticket on your smartphone or download a PDF to print. Skybus attendant scans your ticket and you jump on board.

Enjoy and remember the Skybus can take up to 1 hour or more in peak traffic (I learnt this the hard way once!).

Update 2 Dec 2017: The jetstar page no longer offers any discount compared to the official skybus website, but coupon code still takes 5% off. Prices adjusted in title to reflect new price.

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  • GaelicAU on 28/07/2017 - 11:29
    +4

    For an additional tip, when you get to Southern Cross station, Skybus have a free hotel drop off service. Just go to counter and tell them which hotel you are staying at.

  • GaelicAU on 28/07/2017 - 11:30
    +2

    The price is actually $19 one-way, so its a $2 saving :-)
    https://www.skybus.com.au/offers/melbourne-city-express-savi…

    • R-Man on 28/07/2017 - 13:14

      aw yeah! nice thx :)

  • placard on 28/07/2017 - 11:33
    +1

    Yes….I used the skybus last Friday after so long, and forgot about peak hour traffic. Almost missed my flight. The bus took over an hour in crawling traffic.

    I deliberately took the skybus hoping it'd be quicker, but am now wondering whether I would have been quicker taking the train to Broadmeadows and then the 901 bus to the airport?

    • samehada on 28/07/2017 - 11:48
      +4

      You should be quicker to
      1. taking train to Essendon station
      2. catch Uber to airport for ~$22 or free if you have new Uber account with WESTPAC25 code (free $25).

      This is the direct entry into Tullamarine freeway and should only take around 10' with good traffic. Even with traffic jam you would not be stucked too long because this is very close to the airport. This is also better route than going from Broadmeadows station to Melbourne airport especially during peak hours and also save time from going further from Essendon station to Broadmeadows station.

      This is much cheaper route to the airport than Skybus. I have stop using Skybus for a long time

      Cost for this route is 2-hour Myki ticket + ~$22 Uber (or free if you know what to do). If you have more than 1 person this is already cheaper than using Skybus.

      On the way back from Melbourne airport, you don't have to take Uber because you are more flexible on time. Just take bus 901 (Terminal 4) to Broadmeadows station then catch train then tram/bus to your home.
      Cost: 2hour Myki ticket only

      • placard on 28/07/2017 - 11:56
        +1

        I don't understand….how is $22 for an UBER cheaper than $19 (normal price for Skybus) cheaper? If you've already used UBER before you cannot get a free trip.

        Secondly, if I chose the Broadmeadows/901 bus option, obviously might take a bit longer, but it only costs a myki 2 hour fare.

        • samehada on 28/07/2017 - 11:58
          +2

          Well, if you are a true professional $2 SIM (free from Optus/Telstra/Vodafone) can get you a new Uber account ;) and I have already include a $25 code there for you. This trip also doesn't cost $22, usually only cost around $19.xx

        • 0lllllll0 on 28/07/2017 - 12:56

          @samehada: wouldn't you need a different card, too?

        • Spending2Much on 28/07/2017 - 18:23

          @0lllllll0:
          I donr think just a new phone number is sufficient

    • damion on 28/07/2017 - 15:56

      Well, provided the Metro train control centre computer doesn't crash and stop all the trains, and the 901 bus does actually turn up on time, then you'll probably avoid most of the peak hour congestion on the tulla.
      I've considered this option a few times, but never done it.

    • Cnada88 on 29/07/2017 - 12:50
      +1

      I've done it to save money (quite cheap) however the time it takes is a killer. From memory its 1-1/5 hrs and you can be waiting in the cold at the airport and/or the train station.

      If you have time to kill or want cheapest yes do it.

      If you dont care about the 17-19$ each way then take the overpriced bus and save the time.

      As all things in life pros/cons

    • randoom on 29/07/2017 - 13:11

      Done this before and it took about 30 mins longer than the Skybus — raced a friend to the airport using SkyBus vs public transport and I lost. It wasn't super-heavy traffic and I'm pretty sure IIRC the 901 bus didn't show up on time so I could imagine under different circumstances it'd come out closer or faster.

      Either way, you save a heap if you can do that and more if you've got a concession Myki (eg free transport on weekeneds). Doesn't work after midnight though as the 901 bus doesn't run…

  • dealman on 28/07/2017 - 11:57
    -1

    Hate skybus .. and hate it's monopoly.. we are the only first world city without a train link to the airport….

    Don't support it if you can avoid it.. kuber is often cheaper depending on number of people and location.

    • jesseboy89 on 28/07/2017 - 12:06
      +2

      Only?

      I don't think LAX does? That's a city in a developed country.

      • Nousernamehere on 28/07/2017 - 12:08
        +4

        Neither does Perth.. but guess we're not a first world city 😂😂

        (Although they are building one currently..)

        • dealman on 28/07/2017 - 12:43
          -6

          lol,, @ perth not being first world..

          Seriously I don't know how Melbourne becomes the best place to live with such horrible weather and lack of basic infrastructure.

        • braddsey on 28/07/2017 - 15:00

          @dealman: a train line to the airport isn't high on the list for "liveability scale…".
          No one on the north / north east of Melbourne (from Doncaster) right across to the west is going to use it if the line is a direct link to the CBD.
          I'm not usually a roads advocate - but money would be better spent building the North East link. Then you divert the traffic away from the CBD, get traffic off the Tulla, and better outcome for most people living in Melbourne.

          The rail line would service only the relative few people who travel regularly from central or south / south east, and tourists.

    • damion on 28/07/2017 - 15:57

      Take a look at the Brisbane airport train line to see how useless/unsuccessful it is.
      Given the current state of Australian federal and state governments, I fail to see how Melbourne could implement anything better.

  • wazza23 on 28/07/2017 - 12:09
    +2

    I found the skybus fantastic!! I used a code I found on ozb which made it cheaper but moreso there was no wait as the buses are regular and thy dropped us right outside our hotel once you change bus at the station.
    Return trip was just as easy, picked us up on time outside the hotel and got to the airport in 30 mins.

    Also was great with a baby as no seat is required

    • capslock on 28/07/2017 - 12:14
      +2

      It's a good service but the profit margins must be astronomical. The service should be a lot cheaper for what it is.

      • bobbified on 28/07/2017 - 13:46

        Someone's got to pay for all the buses that run empty in the middle of the night!

        The prices have gone up quite a bit over the last few years. The discount on a return ticket used to be good enough to make me want to buy a return ticket in one go. Now the usual return price is just double the one-way ticket. I guess they know that some passengers don't have much choice.

  • [Deactivated] on 28/07/2017 - 12:14
    -2

    if its two passengers just take an uber or taxi

    • gilbarc on 28/07/2017 - 13:20
      +2

      And if it's one passenger?

      • damion on 28/07/2017 - 15:58

        I think Jason is making the point that two skybus tickets is more expensive that uber/taxi.

        • gilbarc on 29/07/2017 - 09:33
          +2

          And I'm making the point that that's not really a valid reason for a neg, since for single travelers this still works out cheaper.

  • lost in transit on 28/07/2017 - 12:17
    +2

    Nothing will beat someone droppng you off at the airport and someone picking you up, I always take people to the airport etc but when I needed to go this year no one could do it. So I went by Skybus, if your lucky enough to sit beside someone who likes a chat it will go quick otherwise the trip will drag…

    Oh I now say to ppl who ask for a lift to the airport, use Skybus….

  • nepaus on 28/07/2017 - 14:08

    I need to go to airport from southern cross and I will be single when I'm returning we will be two. Can I take one return ticket and one one-way? Or any idea?

    • R-Man on 28/07/2017 - 14:14

      Yes you could get 1 return ticket for yourself and 1 one way for your friend. Just make sure you use your return ticket first on the way to the airport, dont accidentally use the one way.

      If you and your friend are splitting costs, you may be better off sharing a taxi or Uber when travelling together. Please do a fare estimate/consider the traffic to see if it's true. Last time I took a taxi from the city to Airport it cost $50 in 4pm weekday traffic :/

    • Tiggrrrrr on 28/07/2017 - 15:07

      "I will be single when I'm returning we will be two"

      Are you on your way to your wedding?

      • nepaus on 28/07/2017 - 23:05

        When I say 3, it Doesn't mean I will have kids in the way!

  • [Deactivated] on 28/07/2017 - 14:15
    -2

    Nearly cheaper to hire a damn car!

    Cannot wait for this Andrews Government to get the axe.

    • braddsey on 28/07/2017 - 15:29

      Are the next Liberal government promising to reduce skybus fairs?

  • DingoBilly on 10/08/2017 - 13:11
    +1

    Thanks! Taking a ride to Sydney tomorrow and this came just in time.

    Not sure why the downvotes, for a single rider it's great value and pretty easy/convenient. Cheaper than Uber (if you're a southsider at least).

    • R-Man on 10/08/2017 - 13:49

      Thanks mate!

      Yeah I don't get it either. Should I have specificied in the title "bargain for single riders only"? :)

      Enjoy your trip!

  • melay0326 on 10/09/2017 - 11:46

    This is cheaper thanks but no where to put the velocity no to earn points :(

  • aquab on 30/10/2017 - 02:25
    +1

    Can also add this PromoCode: sundayholidays for extra 5% discount. Just bought the return ticket , only $31.35

    • R-Man on 30/10/2017 - 09:34

      thanks mate! i have updated the post

  • dingdong3000 on 01/12/2017 - 13:17
    +1

    Price increased to $17.10 one way or $34.20 return including the 5% off. Also jetstar skybus page seems to direct you to skybus website thus no discount for jetstar 'customers' i think

  • delsang on 04/12/2017 - 11:07
    +1

    I just used the 5% coupon for a St Kilda —> airport trip, saved $1.85 on a return, thanks! :)

  • freestyle18 on 08/12/2017 - 17:08
    +1

    Note: SkyBus tickets purchased online or at a SkyBus booth are valid for three months from the date of purchase.

  • shutupandtakemymoney on 11/12/2017 - 17:16
    +1

    Just used the promocode for return tix for 2 ppl, to and from Avalon airport. saved $4.20 thank you!

    • R-Man on 12/12/2017 - 09:51

      awesome! username does NOT check out ;)

  • sanmigueelbeer on 23/01/2018 - 18:31
    +2

    This code still works.

  • Normie on 05/02/2018 - 17:03

    SkyBus is offering return trips for $34 for the month of February with the code brings the cost down to $32.30

  • Bambalam on 12/02/2018 - 11:04

    Can anyone get this voucher to work? I receive a message saying “Could not check voucher”.

    • R-Man on 12/02/2018 - 11:08

      damn i guess thats the end of this, i've marked it expired now

      • Bambalam on 12/02/2018 - 12:23

        So it gets weirder. It appears to be working now. Thanks for posting the deal.

        • R-Man on 12/02/2018 - 12:35

          HAHA wow! it works for me again too. You're welcome! i'll try to remove the expiry haha.

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