Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Clayton travel guide

Clayton Tourism | Clayton Guide

You're Going to Love Clayton

With a population of 15,500, Clayton is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Clayton has to offer.

Where to Eat in Clayton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Roc's Social M-City (M-City: Corner Dandenong Road and Blackburn Rd) and Two Rupees Brewing Co (1/69 Renver Rd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Monash Club (32 Exhibition Walk) and Ginger (872 Blackburn Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Clayton.

When to visit Clayton

Clayton in June
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clayton in June
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Clayton

Plane

When flying to Clayton, you’ll arrive at Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), which is located 7 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Clayton is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 19 km from Clayton. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Clayton. From Sydney, the bus ride to Clayton takes 1159 km and will cost you around $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 3814 km.

Plane

When flying to Clayton, you’ll arrive at Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), which is located 7 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Clayton is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 19 km from Clayton. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Clayton. From Sydney, the bus ride to Clayton takes 1159 km and will cost you around $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 3814 km.

Airports near Clayton

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Clayton

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Clayton

Most booked hotels in Clayton

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The Dingley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$160+
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Clayton Monash Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$92+
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Sandown Regency
3 stars
Okay (5.5, Okay reviews)
$88+
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Hiring a car in Clayton

Hiring a car in Clayton costs $76 per day, on average, or $229 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Melbourne.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Clayton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Clayton is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Auris or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Clayton costs $76 per day, on average, or $229 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Melbourne.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Clayton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Clayton is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Auris or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Clayton

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$48/day

Compact

Full-size SUV

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$80/day

Full-size SUV
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