Getting to Melbourne
Australian Grand Prix 2026 · 2026-03-08
Albert Park Circuit
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Melbourne’s transport system is highly efficient during the Grand Prix, with heavy emphasis on public transport due to extensive road closures and a total lack of public parking at Albert Park. Fans should plan their route based on their specific entry gate, as the circuit spans over 5 kilometers in circumference.
Transport Options
Metro / Train
The 2026 race features the newly opened Anzac Station on the Metro Tunnel line, providing direct access to Gate 5 for fans on the Cranbourne, Pakenham, and Sunbury lines. Travel is free for ticket holders between State Library, Town Hall, and Anzac Station, while suburban travel requires a Myki card. Expect a quick 8-minute walk from the station to the track.
Free Shuttle Trams
High-frequency shuttle trams run from 5:30 AM until well after the final race from Southern Cross (Gates 1 & 2), Flagstaff (Gate 3), and Flinders Street (Gates 8, 9 & 10). Trams are free for ticket holders on the day of their session. Be prepared for wait times of over 60 minutes immediately following the Sunday race as crowds peak.
Taxi / Rideshare
Dedicated drop-off and pick-up zones are located on Canterbury Road (near Gate 1), Albert Road (near Gate 5), and Fitzroy Street (near Gate 10). Rideshare services like Uber and Didi are popular but subject to heavy surge pricing and significant traffic delays around St Kilda; walking to a zone further from the track is recommended for faster pickups.