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Welcome to the Race Ready for the 2024 Australian F1 Grand Prix, taking place in Melbourne from 22-24 March.
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Australian F1 Grand Prix weekend schedule
The 2024 race at Albert Park will mark 28 editions of the Australian F1 Grand Prix. One of the most popular races of the year, Australia was the first Grand Prix on the 2024 Formula 1 calendar to sell out.
Here’s the weekend schedule of the 2024 Australian Grand Prix:
THURSDAY 21 MARCH
| LOCAL TIME (GMT+11) | UK TIME (GMT) | SERIES | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 | 23:30 (Wed 20) | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP | PRACTICE SESSION |
| 11:25 | 00:25 | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | FIRST PRACTICE SESSION |
| 12:30 | 01:30 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 13:25 | 02:25 | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | SECOND PRACTICE SESSION |
| 14:45 | 03:45 | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | QUALIFYING SESSION PART 1 |
| 15:10 | 04:10 | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | QUALIFYING SESSION PART 2 |
| 16:45 | 05:45 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP | FIRST RACE |
| 17:50 | 06:50 | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | FIRST RACE |
FRIDAY 22 MARCH
| LOCAL TIME | UK TIME | SERIES | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:50 | 21:50 (Thu 21) | FORMULA 3 | PRACTICE SESSION |
| 10:00 | 23:00 (Thu 21) | FORMULA 2 | PRACTICE SESSION |
| 12:30 | 01:30 | FORMULA 1 | FIRST PRACTICE SESSION |
| 14:00 | 03:00 | FORMULA 3 | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 14:50 | 03:50 | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | SECOND RACE |
| 16:00 | 05:00 | FORMULA 1 | SECOND PRACTICE SESSION |
| 17:30 | 06:30 | FORMULA 2 | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 18:25 | 07:25 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP | SECOND RACE |
SATURDAY 23 MARCH
| LOCAL TIME | UK TIME | SERIES | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 22:00 (Fri 22) | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | QUALIFYING SESSION PART 3 |
| 09:25 | 22:25 (Fri 22) | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | QUALIFYING SESSION PART 4 |
| 09:55 | 22:55 (Fri 22) | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP | THIRD RACE |
| 11:15 | 00:15 | FORMULA 3 | SPRINT RACE |
| 12:30 | 01:30 | FORMULA 1 | THIRD PRACTICE SESSION |
| 14:15 | 03:15 | FORMULA 2 | SPRINT RACE |
| 16:00 | 05:00 | FORMULA 1 | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 17:35 | 06:35 | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | THIRD RACE |
SUNDAY 24 MARCH
| LOCAL TIME | UK TIME | SERIES | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:05 | 22:05 (Sat 23) | FORMULA 3 | FEATURE RACE |
| 10:20 | 23:20 (Sat 23) | SUPERCARS CHAMPIONSHIP | FOURTH RACE |
| 11:35 | 00:35 | FORMULA 2 | FEATURE RACE |
| 15:00 | 04:00 | FORMULA 1 | AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX |
Support races at the Australian F1 Grand Prix
The Australian Grand Prix will see both Formula 2 and Formula 3 races take place on Sunday 24 March ahead of the Grand Prix. There will also be Sprint races held in both series on Saturday.
As if that wasn’t enough on-track action, no less than four Supercar Championship races will be held over the weekend at Albert Park, as well as three Porsche Carrera Cup races.
See times in the timetable above.
As well as support races there will be special events and features throughout the fan zone to keep the whole family entertained.
Each night there will also be concerts featuring world famous artists such as Jet and Empire of the Sun. See full music line-up here.
The full entertainment schedule is available on the Australian Grand Prix website.
Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit Map
Use our handy track map to plan your trip as best you can. You can download the image or take a screenshot to have it to hand during the Grand Prix weekend.
Where is the best place to sit at the Australian F1 Grand Prix?
It is essential to have your priorities in order when planning your trip to a Formula 1 Grand Prix. Use the map above to help you in your planning. The Australian Grand Prix is not one of the cheapest Formula 1 races to attend. Budget restrictions will come into play for many attending the race in Melbourne.
The best seats in the house at the Australian Grand Prix are arguably in the Brabham and the Jones Grandstands. These two house the most in-demand tickets at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit. With good views of the first turns, these seats also offer good access to toilets, food and drink stands as well as souvenir shops.
One of the cheapest options at the Australian Grand Prix is the Waite Grandstand. This stand is named after the winner of the first ever Australian Grand Prix back in 1928, Adelaide-born Arthur Waite. These seats offer views of the cars at blistering top speeds as they head into turns 9 and 10. Giant screens will keep you up to date on the rest of the race and you can also access the General Admission areas – an option that is cheaper still.
For more detailed information on where to sit for the Grand Prix at Albert Park, check out our Australian Grand Prix Grandstand Guide.
Getting to the Australian F1 Grand Prix track
Getting to Australia for international racegoers will usually require an entire day’s travel. Travellers from Europe will lose around 10 hours, and from the United State 13-15 hours. Therefore it is worth factoring in potential jet lag into the trip. We advise leaving plenty of time between the race days and travel days in order ensure maximum recuperation and enjoyment of the event.
There are no direct flights from Europe to Melbourne. There are now some direct flights to Australia from London and Rome. However, these only go so far as Perth, where passengers need to take an internal flight to Melbourne (around 3h 30m).
Los Angeles and Honolulu are the only two US cities with direct flights to Melbourne. From other US cities and Vancouver (Canada), Sydney is the main hub and then travellers should take another short flight to Melbourne.
You could also take the train to Melbourne from Sydney. The journey takes around 12 hours and both day and overnight services are available. Prices start from 79 AUD. The sleeper option prices start from 235 AUD. There is also a bus service, which links the two cities in 10 hours and prices start from just 60 AUD – book with Firefly here.
Once you are in Melbourne, depending one where your hotel is, you may be able to walk to the circuit on race days. One of the main hotel districts is just north of Albert Park and for many will be easily within walking distance. What better way to enjoy the south Australian sun in one of the world’s most beautiful cities?
Public Transport in Melbourne
Public transport in Melbourne is very efficient and lines linking the city centre to the circuit are available for free on Formula 1 race weekends. The most popular way of reaching the track from Melbourne city centre is the tram service – also free!
Bear in mind that the services will be extremely busy and we would recommend walking where possible. Driving to the circuit is not recommended.
The main train station in Melbourne city centre is Flinders Street which links the circuit at Albert Park.
Important: To use public transport in Melbourne, you must have a myki card and swipe it on each trip you take.
Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit Track Stats
| MELBOURNE GRAND PRIX CIRCUIT | TRACK STATS |
|---|---|
| FIRST GRAND PRIX | 1996 |
| LAP LENGTH | 5.278 km |
| LAP RECORD | 1:20.235 –Sergio Perez (2023) |
| LAPS | 58 |
| RACE DISTANCE | 306.124 km |
| TURNS | 14 |
Where to stay at the Australian F1 Grand Prix
One of the the biggest attractions of the Australian Grand Prix is that the race is held in the centre of one of the world’s most popular cities. Melbourne is situated on the warm southern coast of Australia, attracting over 40 million visitors each year.
Hosting a Formula 1 Grand Prix in a city of over five million people means that accommodation is not hard to come by. There is a very high density of hotels in South Melbourne which sits a walkable distance to the north of the circuit.
Here are three examples of hotels close to the Albert Park Circuit, ranging from budget to luxury options:
- Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands
- Waterfront Melbourne Apartments
- United Places Hotel Botanic Gardens
Important Information
Emergencies
000 is the number to call if you encounter an emergency situation during your trip.
Good to Know
The local currency is the Australian Dollar (AUD). The exchange rate is around 1 GBP to 1.94 AUD. All goods and services are paid in the local currency.
The official language is English.
Prohibited Items at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit (Point 5, Page 7 in T&Cs)
Customer Service
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