Portsea taxi service
Hire a Portsea taxi service for the long run to the airport, hospital visits or a night out at the tip of the peninsula. Your fare is fixed at booking, and cancelling is free.
Book your Portsea taxi service
Enter your trip, and we confirm a fixed fare.
Portsea taxi service distances and drive times
Choose a destination to see the route and drive time. Then tap Book this transfer, and we fill in your pickup and drop-off.
Portsea taxi service times to popular destinations
These are approximate road distances and off-peak drive times from Portsea. Summer traffic on the peninsula and freeway congestion add time. Your driver picks the best route on the day, and we confirm your fixed fare before you book.
Close to Portsea
| Destination | Distance | Travel time |
|---|---|---|
| Sorrento3943 | 3 km | 5 min |
| Blairgowrie3942 | 7 km | 9 min |
| Tootgarook3941 | 17 km | 22 min |
| Rosebud3939 | 25 km | 30 min |
| Rosebud Hospital, Rosebud3939 | 26 km | 31 min |
Further afield
| Destination | Distance | Travel time |
|---|---|---|
| Frankston3199 | 70 km | 60 min |
| Peninsula University Hospital, Frankston3199 | 70 km | 60 min |
| Melbourne CBD3000 | 100 km | 90 min |
| Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)3045 | 140 km | 105 min |
| Avalon Airport3212 | 175 km | 130 min |
No match. Call 0479 118 489 and we will check your trip.
Portsea taxi service for the end of the peninsula
Portsea is the westernmost town on the Mornington Peninsula, close to Sorrento and Point Nepean. It takes its name from Portsea Island in Portsmouth, England. The town falls within the Shire of Mornington Peninsula. Only 787 people lived here at the 2021 census, according to Wikipedia. Taxis are scarce in such a small place, so a Portsea taxi service must be booked ahead.
Airport Taxi Cabs Melbourne takes bookings for Portsea at any hour. Use the form above or phone us. Tell us the pickup, the drop-off and the time. We then agree a fixed fare, so the price stays the same on the day.
Because the town is so far from the city, a ride here is a long one. However, our drivers plan carefully, and we tell you early if timing is tight. That way a Portsea taxi service rarely leaves you caught out.
From Portsea to Melbourne Airport
Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine is roughly 140 km from Portsea. The drive takes about 105 minutes outside peak hour. Holiday traffic and city freeways can add plenty more. Your Portsea taxi service driver loads the bags and heads straight for the terminal. Our airport transfers page explains how pickups work.
Leave a big buffer, especially for international flights. Melbourne Airport posts check-in advice for passengers. Give us your flight time, and we recommend a pickup that suits.
Avalon Airport is also an option for some travellers. Check the Avalon Airport taxi fares page for routes and times.
Polo days, back beach and Point Nepean outings
Portsea Polo is held each year at Jarman Oval near Point Nepean. Guests rarely want to drive home afterwards. A pre-booked Portsea taxi service takes care of the return leg.
Portsea Back Beach is a surf beach patrolled by Portsea Surf Life Saving Club. Portsea Pier is known for weedy sea dragons. Divers also use the pier and the nearby Portsea Hole. Wetsuits and gear fit easily in our wagons.
Point Nepean has a former quarantine station, and Cheviot Beach lies nearby. Visitors often combine these sights with lunch in Blairgowrie or a round at Portsea Golf Club on Relph Avenue. One driver can handle the whole day.
Hospital rides from Portsea
Rosebud Hospital stands on Point Nepean Road in Rosebud, part of the Peninsula Health network. It is the closest hospital in the network to Portsea. Peninsula University Hospital in Frankston is further, but it has a large emergency department.
Distances on the peninsula are long, so book early for appointments. We can arrange a return pickup, which spares you a wait. Our corporate taxi service also covers regular staff transport for local businesses.
Short hops and nearby suburbs from Portsea
A booking from Portsea can continue to Rosebud, Tootgarook or Blairgowrie in one go. Sorrento is the closest neighbour. Ask us about stops along the way, and we plan the route.
If you stay in Portsea for a weekend, we also run the short hops. Trips to the pier, the golf club or the back beach are easy to book. Then call us again for the ride home, and we match it to your plans. A local Portsea taxi service keeps your holiday relaxed.
Matching a car to your Portsea taxi service
Share the group size and the luggage. We then pick the right car for the journey.
Sedan taxi
Up to 4 passengers
Silver Service sedan
Premium service, +$11
SUV or wagon
Extra room for luggage
Maxi taxi
5 to 10 passengers
Heading out with surfboards, golf bags or a party of nine? A maxi taxi has the room. See each vehicle on the taxi fleets page.
How to book a Portsea taxi service
Booking is simple. Because Portsea is far from the city, we suggest booking a day or two ahead. If you need a car sooner, call 0479 118 489, and we tell you the wait. You can also try the online taxi booking form.
Give us the details
Add your pickup, drop-off and time in the form, or phone at any hour.
See the fixed price
We confirm the fare at booking. Peak traffic does not change it.
Ride from the door
Your driver collects you at the time you chose. If plans change, you cancel for free.
Fixed fares and free cancellation on every Portsea taxi service booking
Fares for booked taxis in Victoria are not capped, while rank and hail fares have a government maximum. You can read the details at Safe Transport Victoria. For that reason we quote one price at booking, so a long trip holds no surprises.
Pay with any major credit card. Free cancellation applies if your plans shift. The quote is the price.
Areas around Portsea we cover
Our Portsea taxi service also covers Sorrento, Blairgowrie, Tootgarook and Rosebud. The service areas page lists more, and you can contact us about other places.
For more on the town, read the Portsea article on Wikipedia. The Mornington Peninsula Shire website lists local council services.
Portsea taxi service FAQs
How do I book a Portsea taxi service?
Fill in the form on this page or call 0479 118 489. Give us the pickup, drop-off and time, and we confirm your fare. We are open 24/7.
How much is a taxi from Portsea to Melbourne Airport?
The price depends on the pickup, the hour and the vehicle. The trip is roughly 140 km. We quote a fixed fare before you confirm.
How long does Portsea to Melbourne Airport take?
Allow about 105 minutes outside peak hour. Holiday and freeway traffic can add more, so leave early.
Can you pick me up for a very early flight?
Yes. We work 24/7, so a pre-dawn pickup is no problem. Tell us the flight time, and we suggest when to leave.
Where is the nearest hospital to Portsea?
Rosebud Hospital on Point Nepean Road is the closest in the Peninsula Health network. We also drive to Peninsula University Hospital in Frankston.
Can I book a taxi to Portsea Polo?
Yes. Book your pickup and your ride home in advance. We confirm both fares up front.
What vehicles can I book?
Sedans carry up to four passengers. Silver Service adds $11 for a premium ride. Wagons give extra boot space, and maxi taxis seat five to ten.
Is there a cancellation fee?
No. Cancelling is free, so change your plans whenever you need.
Do you accept credit cards?
Yes. We take all major credit cards.
Need a Portsea taxi service today?
Book now, and a driver meets you at the door when you need to go.