Arriving at Austin Hospital
- Drop-off point
- We drop you at the main entrance set-down area or as close as possible to your clinic. The name of your tower or service on your letter helps.
- Accessible entrance
- The Austin has a main entrance and several other entries for different towers and services. Tell us your department and we will aim for the closest step-free door.
- Address
- 145 Studley Road, Heidelberg VIC 3084
Everything about getting to Austin Hospital by wheelchair taxi
Going home from Austin Hospital to Mount Eliza
Not sure when you will be discharged? Book a “pick up when ready” trip and tell us when the ward lets you go.
Book the trip home — pick up when ready Ready now? Call 0468 323 211
Questions
How much is a taxi from Mount Eliza to Austin Hospital?
It depends on the exact address and time of day — call 0468 323 211 for a price. MPTP members pay half (up to the subsidy limit), and NDIS and aged-care accounts can be invoiced.
How long does the trip from Mount Eliza to Austin Hospital take?
About 65 minutes for the 62.9 km without traffic. We allow a few extra minutes to load and secure your wheelchair.
Where do you drop off at Austin Hospital?
We drop you at the main entrance set-down area or as close as possible to your clinic. The name of your tower or service on your letter helps.
Can you take me home to Mount Eliza when I’m discharged?
Yes. Book a “pick up when ready” trip: choose the day, then tap “I’m ready” on your booking page or call us when the ward lets you go, and we send the driver.
Can a carer or family member come too?
Yes. Tell us how many people are travelling when you book; carers travel at no extra charge.
Other trips from Mount Eliza
- Taxi from Mount Eliza to Frankston Private Hospital about 5 min
- Taxi from Mount Eliza to The Mornington Centre about 5 min
- Taxi from Mount Eliza to Golf Links Road Rehabilitation Centre about 5 min
- Taxi from Mount Eliza to The Bays Hospital about 5 min
- Taxi from Mount Eliza to Frankston Hospital about 5 min
- Taxi from Karingal Hub to Mount Eliza about 10 min