Where do we drop you off at Epworth Richmond?
- Drop-off point
- We drop off at the main entrance or the nearest set-down point to your building. Bridge Road is busy, so the driver will stop wherever it is safe and permitted.
- Accessible entrance
- Epworth Richmond’s main entrance is on Bridge Road and is step-free. The campus has several buildings, so tell us which one your appointment is in.
- Parking & waiting
- Parking in this part of Richmond is expensive and hard to find, and Bridge Road has trams and clearways. A drop-off is far simpler.
- Accessibility
- Entrances are step-free with lifts throughout. Drivers can help with your bag and walk you inside.
- Address
- 89 Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121
Tips from our drivers for Epworth Richmond
- Check which building your surgeon or clinic is in before booking.
- Bridge Road traffic is slow at peak times; allow extra time for early admissions.
- Use “pick up when ready” after surgery so you are not watching the clock.
- If you are attending rehab sessions as an outpatient, consider booking regular trips.
Going home from Epworth Richmond
- Pick-up point
- Patients usually meet the taxi at the main entrance on Bridge Road. We will confirm the meeting point by SMS or phone.
Discharge tips
- Book a “pick up when ready” trip ahead: choose the day, then tap “I’m ready” on your booking page (or call us) when the ward lets you go.
- Discharge often takes longer than planned — waiting for medicines, a doctor’s sign-off or transport letters is normal. We only send the car when you are ready.
- Have your discharge letter, medicines and any walking aids with you, and tell us if you need help from the ward to the car.
- Travelling with a wheelchair or a carer? Say so when you book so we send the right vehicle.
Book the trip home — pick up when ready Ready now? Call 0468 323 211
Epworth Richmond is the flagship hospital of Epworth HealthCare, a not-for-profit private hospital group. Located on Bridge Road, it is one of Melbourne’s major private hospitals, with a large range of surgical and medical specialties, cancer care and rehabilitation.
Peninsula patients are often referred to Epworth Richmond because a particular surgeon or specialist operates there. That can mean a pre-admission visit, an early admission, a hospital stay and a series of follow-ups. The drive into Richmond, combined with inner-city parking, is a lot to ask of a family member, and patients are usually told not to drive themselves after surgery. Patients attending rehabilitation after surgery may also need regular trips for several weeks. For many, the combination of a long drive, inner-city traffic and expensive parking makes a direct ride from home the simplest choice, particularly when a family member would otherwise lose a full working day.
Taxi Peninsula offers a door-to-door alternative from anywhere on the Peninsula or Frankston. Book a sedan or a wheelchair accessible vehicle, add your building or ward to the notes, and ask for a fixed quote if you would like a set price. We run 24 hours, so very early admissions are no problem.
How long does it take to get to Epworth Richmond?
- Melbourne CBDabout 5 min
- Melbourne Airportabout 25 min
- Dandenongabout 35 min
- Seafordabout 45 min
- Carrum Downsabout 45 min
- Frankstonabout 50 min
A rough guide without traffic. We allow extra time for loading your wheelchair.
Questions about taxis to Epworth Richmond
Can you get me to an early admission at Epworth Richmond?
Yes. We operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so early starts are routine for us. Book ahead, enter your admission time, and you will receive a confirmation by SMS or email. We recommend leaving a buffer for traffic into Richmond and for checking in at reception.
Where will the taxi stop on Bridge Road?
Our driver will stop as close to the main entrance as is safe and permitted, keeping clear of tram stops and clearways. If you are going to a different building on the campus, include its name in your booking and we will drop you as close to that door as we can.
Where will you drop me off at Epworth Richmond?
We drop off at the main entrance or the nearest set-down point to your building. Bridge Road is busy, so the driver will stop wherever it is safe and permitted.
Can you wait or pick me up after my appointment at Epworth Richmond?
Yes. Book a return trip with an approximate time, then call or text us when you are ready. Appointments often run late, so we keep return pick-ups flexible.
Is there step-free access at Epworth Richmond?
Epworth Richmond’s main entrance is on Bridge Road and is step-free. The campus has several buildings, so tell us which one your appointment is in.
Can I travel in my power wheelchair or scooter?
Yes. Most manual and power wheelchairs fit, and you stay seated in your chair. Tell us the make, width and weight when you book so we send the right vehicle. Mobility scooters can travel when they can be safely restrained — please check with us first.
Can a carer or family member come too?
Yes. Carers, family and assistance animals are welcome. Include everyone in the passenger count so we send a vehicle with enough seats.
How do I pay?
Pay the driver by card or cash, use your Multi Purpose Taxi Program (MPTP) card, or choose "Account / invoice" for NDIS plan managers, aged-care providers and businesses.
Visiting hours, maps and contacts for Epworth Richmond (official website)