Bus 478 route
Route stops
26 stops • 2 directions
- Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis Street
- Dromana Avenue/Matthews Avenue
- Caterpillar Drive
- Carol Grove
- Carrick Drive
- Sycamore Avenue
- Catherine Avenue/Melrose Drive
- Trade Park Reserve/Melrose Drive
- Millar Road/Melrose Drive
- Henderson Road/Melrose Drive
- Strathconnon Square/Melrose Drive
- Melrose Drive/Watson Drive
- Melbourne Airport (Bay 18)
- Melbourne Airport (Bay 18)
- Melrose Drive/Watson Drive
- Strathconnon Square/Melrose Drive
- Henderson Road/Melrose Drive
- Derby Street/Melrose Drive
- Trade Park Reserve/Melrose Drive
- Catherine Avenue/Melrose Drive
- Forum Place
- Lindaway Place
- Melrose Court
- Malvern Avenue
- Dromana Avenue/Matthews Avenue
- Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis Street
Route map

Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 478. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 478 specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 478 stop here?'
Where does bus #478 run?
This route serves the Melbourne (Australia) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
What are the main stops along the way?
Key stops along the route: Melrose Drive. These are handy as landmarks and transfer points. First time riding? Note down 2–3 stops closest to where you're heading and track them on the map or listen for announcements—easier than missing your exit.
Who's the official operator?
Operator is Tullamarine. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'PTV - Metropolitan Buses' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
What color is the route on maps?
On transit maps this route is marked in #FF8200. Color helps you spot the line quickly and tell it apart from others. In some cities the line color appears on stop signs or even on the vehicles themselves. The exact shade might vary between sources—go by route number and endpoints instead.
Additional Route Information
Bus 478: Airport West Shopping Centre => Melrose Drive => Melbourne Airport
Reference
478
Origin
Airport West Shopping Centre
Destination
Melbourne Airport
Via
Melrose Drive
Route network
PTV - Metropolitan Buses
Operator
Tullamarine
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 06:15-19:30; Sa-Su 07:45-19:00
Color
#FF8200
Bus 478: Melbourne Airport => Melrose Drive => Airport West Shopping Centre
Reference
478
Origin
Melbourne Airport
Destination
Airport West Shopping Centre
Via
Melrose Drive
Route network
PTV - Metropolitan Buses
Operator
Tullamarine
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 06:37-19:52; Sa-Su 08:05-19:20
Color
#FF8200
Quick overview
Explore the bus 478 route in Melbourne (Australia). 2 directions, 26 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.
