Where do we drop you off at The Bays Hospital?
- Drop-off point
- We drop you at the main entrance or the nearest set-down point to your clinic. For early surgical admissions, give us the admission time so we arrive with time to spare.
- Accessible entrance
- The hospital has a main reception entrance with step-free access. Specialist rooms and day units can have their own doors, so tell us where your appointment is when you book.
- Parking & waiting
- Parking near the hospital and in the surrounding streets of central Mornington can be tight on weekdays. A taxi drop-off avoids time limits and searching for a spot.
- Accessibility
- Main entrances are step-free, with lifts inside. Our drivers can walk you to reception and carry a small overnight bag.
- Address
- Mornington VIC 3931
Tips from our drivers for The Bays Hospital
- After day surgery you generally cannot drive, so book your trip home in advance or use “pick up when ready”.
- If you are going in for a planned birth or maternity stay, book the trip home once you know your discharge day.
- Bring your admission paperwork and health fund details in your hand luggage.
Going home from The Bays Hospital
- Pick-up point
- Most patients are collected from the main entrance after discharge. Let us know the ward or day unit when you book.
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
The Bays Hospital is a not-for-profit private hospital in Mornington, owned by the local community. It has a long history on the Peninsula and offers surgery, day procedures, maternity care and specialist consulting, making it a familiar name for many families in Mornington, Mount Martha and the surrounding towns.
Patients come from across the Peninsula for planned procedures and specialist appointments. A large share of trips are day surgery, where you are told not to drive after an anaesthetic and need someone to get you home safely. Others are new parents heading home with a baby, or older patients attending regular consultations. Specialist appointments before and after surgery add more trips, and for older patients each one can mean relying on a neighbour or adult child for a lift.
Taxi Peninsula is a practical alternative to asking a friend to take a day off work. Book a sedan for an early admission, set the trip home to “pick up when ready” so you are not watching the clock, or choose a wheelchair accessible vehicle if you or a family member use a chair. Drivers help door to door, and fare estimates are shown when you book.
How long does it take to get to The Bays Hospital?
- Morningtonabout 5 min
- Moorooducabout 5 min
- Mount Marthaabout 5 min
- Mount Elizaabout 5 min
- Baxterabout 15 min
- Safety Beachabout 15 min
A rough guide without traffic. We allow extra time for loading your wheelchair.
Questions about taxis to The Bays Hospital
Can you bring a baby capsule for the trip home from maternity?
Please bring your own fitted baby capsule or car seat. Our drivers will help you load bags and give you time to install the capsule safely before setting off. Let us know when booking that you are travelling with a newborn so the driver can allow extra time at pick-up.
I have an early surgery admission. Can you get me there on time?
Yes. We run 24 hours a day, so early admissions are no problem. Book the night before at the latest, enter the time you need to be at the hospital, and you will receive a confirmation by SMS or email. Leave a small buffer for checking in at reception.
Where will you drop me off at The Bays Hospital?
We drop you at the main entrance or the nearest set-down point to your clinic. For early surgical admissions, give us the admission time so we arrive with time to spare.
Can you wait or pick me up after my appointment at The Bays Hospital?
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 The Bays Hospital?
The hospital has a main reception entrance with step-free access. Specialist rooms and day units can have their own doors, so tell us where your appointment is when you book.
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 The Bays Hospital (official website)