Skip the terminal queues and get to the Great Ocean Road sooner.
Landing at Melbourne Airport (MEL) is the start of an amazing Victorian adventure. Your mind is already on the iconic coastline of the Great Ocean Road, the cellar doors of the Yarra Valley, or the laneway cafes of the CBD. But first, there’s that one hurdle: getting your hire car.
Long queues at the terminal desks, confusing signage, and the stress of navigating multi-storey airport car parks—it’s not the ideal start to a relaxing holiday.
The Smart Start: Skip the Queues with Our “VIP Shuttle”
This is where your smart planning pays off. Choosing an off-airport car hire at Melbourne Airport means you get to bypass that chaos entirely.
Our “Alpha VIP Shuttle Experience” is designed to get you from the baggage claim to the open road with zero stress. While other travellers are still waiting in line at the terminal, you’ll be on our free, quick shuttle bus. We’ll take you to our nearby branch, where our friendly local team will have your vehicle and paperwork ready to go.
You skip the crowds, get a more personal handover, and often get on the road faster.
From Tarmac to Touring: Adventures Straight from the Airport
Because our branch is located just off the airport grounds, you’re perfectly positioned for a quick getaway. You get to skip the worst of the airport traffic and get straight onto the freeway.
Here’s where you could be just a short drive after picking up your car:
The Great Ocean Road (via M1)
The big one. From our depot, you’re straight onto the M1 motorway and heading west towards Torquay to begin one of the world’s most iconic coastal drives.
The Yarra Valley (via M80/M2)
Head north-east to explore a world-class food and wine region. A Melbourne Airport car hire is the only way to explore the cellar doors at your own pace.
Phillip Island (via M1/M420)
Drive southeast to see the famous Penguin Parade. It’s an easy and beautiful drive, perfect for an overnight trip or a full day of wildlife spotting.
How Our Easy Pickup Process Works
Getting on your way is simple:
- Collect Your Bags: Grab your luggage from the carousel.
- Call Us: Ring our local Melbourne team (the number will be on your booking confirmation).
- Shuttle Pickup: We’ll direct you to the pickup zone, or you may check out our shuttle bus map here.
Book Your Smarter Melbourne Getaway
Don’t start your Victorian holiday waiting in a queue. Book your car rental at Melbourne Airport with Alpha Car Hire and get to the adventure part faster—and for better value.
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