Melbourne Airport is addressing growing traffic congestion by building an express loop road network, which will separate public traffic from commercial transport operators.

The two-stage project will create a more streamlined exit from the Tullamarine Freeway to all four terminals, meaning travellers will no longer need to navigate roundabouts or traffic lights to access the pick-up and drop-off zones and parking areas.

We anticipate that this project will require travellers to add an additional 30 minutes to their travel time.

Information on changes in road conditions such as temporary lane closures and detours can be found here.

Naarm Way Stage 1 was opened on 18 July 2023, providing a direct connection from the Tullamarine Freeway into the T4 ground transport hub.

This stage primarily benefits travellers flying Jetstar, Rex, and Link Airways from Terminal 4, as well as Virgin Australia travellers flying from Terminal 3.

Under construction

Naarm Way Stage 2 will provide a direct connection from the Tullamarine Freeway to new dedicated pick-up and drop-off zones for Terminals 1, 2 and 3 within the T123 car park. New exit ramps from the T123 car park will provide a direct exit to Departure Drive and Melbourne Drive onto the freeway.

A new pedestrian bridge will provide direct passenger access from the T123 parking structure to Terminal 2.

Upon completion of this project, the main terminal forecourt will be reserved for commercial vehicles such as Skybus, taxis, rideshare and shuttle bus services.

These works were approved by the Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government in 2021. The approved Major Development Plan can be found below.

Status: Construction began April, 2024

We’re enhancing the arrivals and departures experience by introducing a new dedicated pick-up & drop-off zone within the T123 parking structure. While the main forecourt will remain reserved for commercial vehicles such as Skybus, taxi’s, rideshares and shuttle bus services, you’ll enjoy convenient and direct access to your terminal. 

These works were approved by the Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government in 2021.