How To Get From Brisbane Airport To City Center – All Possible Ways

Last updated on October 15th, 2022 at 03:30 pm

We will write how to get from Brisbane airport to city center. The distance from Brisbane Airport to downtown is 18 kilometers.

The travel time from Brisbane airport to city center is around 20-25 minutes by taxi and $50 AUD. Click here to book online Brisbane activities and Island Hopping

The cheapest way from Brisbane airport to city center is by bus $5 AUD. It will take 50 minutes a bus from the airport. If you choose the Airtrain from Brisbane airport to city center fare is $19 AUD and it will take 20 minutes.

You can get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi if traveling in a group.

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WHERE TO STAY IN BRISBANE

You can sleep in a dorm room or a room for $25 USD while you can stay in a budget hotel for as low as $60-80 USD. There are so many to choose from depending on what type and how luxurious you want your stay to be starting from $150 USD. 

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BRISBANE AIRPORT TO DOWNTOWN

TRAIN FROM BRISBANE AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER (BEST WAY)

The best way from Brisbane airport to city center is by Airtrain. The train from Brisbane airport to city are running every 15-30 minutes starting from 5 am until 10 pm.

You can buy the ticket in the vending machine, paying with the Go Card and booking online too. You can get the Airtrain in all the Terminals at Brisbane airport. Check here Airtrain schedule and fare from Brisbane airport to city!

The Airtrain fare from Brisbane airport to city center is $19 AUD. The Airtrain travel time from Brisbane airport to Brisbane city center is around 20 minutes.

The final stop from Brisbane airport to city center with the Airtrain is Brisbane Coach Terminal at Roma Street Station where you can go walking distance to a few places for accommodation or taking a bus to move around.

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BUS FROM BRISBANE AIRPORT TO BRISBANE CITY CENTER (CHEAPEST WAY)

The cheapest way from Brisbane airport to city center is by public bus. You can get the Bus Number 590 taking the free shuttle Skygate Airport Transfer.

The Bus 590 fare from Brisbane airport to is running is $5 AUD and it can be cheaper if you use the Go Card. Check here Bus 590 schedule and route!

The Bus 590 from Brisbane airport to South Bank is running every 20-30 minutes 24/7. The total travel time will be around 50 minutes from Brisbane airport to city center where you can take another bus or just go walking depending your final destination. Make sure you get the Go Card

BRISBANE GO CARD

The Go Card costs $10 AUD that you can refund and you will have to top up. You will get discount 20-30% in the transportation around Brisbane and Gold Coast. You can also get a day pass unlimited transportation with Go Card around Brisbane and Gold Coast for $10 AUD.

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BRISBANE AIRPORT SHUTTLE

If you prefer more comfort you can get Brisbane Airport Shuttle buying your ticket online or at the airport. The Airport Shuttle fare from Brisbane airport to city center is $18-20 AUD per person and the travel time is around 30-40 minutes. It’s a great choice if you are heading to Ferry Terminal and Goal Coast.

You will get directly to your hotel from the airport cheaper than a taxi. And it’s perfect if you are traveling alone and you want comfort. A few hotels and hostels are offering this service.

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TAXI FROM BRISBANE AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

If you go from Brisbane airport to city center by taxi the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi is around 20-25 minutes and the taxi fare is around $50 AUD. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and will depend on traffic and your final destination.

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UBER FROM BRISBANE AIRPORT TO SOUTH BANK

If you are ordering Uber in Brisbane and Gold Coast you should know that prices are similar than taxi. You can pre-book with Uber app from your phone and go to the pickup point at the airport. Expect to pay around $180 AUD depending on your destination and time.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM BRISBANE AIRPORT TO DOWNTOWN

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and is only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort after your flight to Brisbane. Prices are around $45-50 AUD and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be $12 AUD per person.

RENTING A CAR IN BRISBANE AIRPORT

There are many options for renting a car in Brisbane’s airport. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Brisbane. It will take you 25 minutes to get to Brisbane city center from the airport by private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Europcar available in the airport. Prices can be around $40-50 AUD per day.

Car rental options can be great if you are traveling with a few people or a lot of luggage and planning to visit places around Brisbane and countryside beaches. Make sure you have a parking place in your hotel or Airbnb since sometimes can be so challenging in Brisbane city center.

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BEST WAY BRISBANE AIRPORT TO BRISBANE CITY CENTER

If you ask me the best way from Brisbane airport to city center I would choose by regular Bus 590 since a single ticket will cost around $5 AUD. It will take around 1 hour especially if you are traveling alone and on a budget.

The Bus 590 is cheaper than the train and Brisbane airport shuttle both around $19 AUD where you will save time depending on your budget and how much luggage you are bringing.

If you are planning to move around Brisbane and you are traveling with more people renting a car can be a great option especially if you rent Airbnb outskirts of Brisbane.

WHERE TO STAY IN BRISBANE

You can sleep in a dorm room or a room for $25 USD while you can stay in a budget hotel for as low as $60-80 USD. There are so many to choose from depending on what type and how luxurious you want your stay to be starting from $150 USD. You can also try AirBnB in Australia with prices starting from $30 USD.

Book your accommodations in Australia through Agoda or Booking.

BUDGET TRAVEL AUSTRALIA

For food budget travel in Australia we have to say it’s expensive going to restaurants and bars. You can get meals for $15 USD per person in a local restaurant. You will go down your budget if you cook your meals in your hotel or Airbnb in Australia.

BEST TIME TO VISIT AUSTRALIA

If you travel to Australia you should know that the Summer season is from December to February and you will find the hottest weather. The Winter season is from June to August and temperatures don’t usually go lower than 10 degrees. It even rains during winter in Australia. Autumn and Spring are the best seasons to travel Australia where you will find the weather not so hot and not so cold.

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ATMS AND CASH IN AUSTRALIA

Australian dollar currency rates are a little bit slower than the American dollar. At that time $1 USD = $1.30 AUD. There are ATMs everywhere to withdraw money from. And if you need to exchange money, you will find banks to do it with.

Australian dollar bills always look like they are new. In all the countries that I have visited so far, it’s my favorite currency. When you touch the bills, they look great and not very old like in other countries.

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