City in Queensland, Australia
Getting around Brisbane
How to get around Brisbane
TransLink go card covers trains, buses and the CityCat and CityHopper ferries. The river ferries are the best way across the center.
Ways to get around Brisbane
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| CityCat and CityHopper ferries | About A$3–5 per trip; CityHopper is free | Fastest, most scenic route along the river |
| Trains | About A$3–6 per trip | Citytrain lines to Airport, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast |
| Buses | About A$2–5 per trip | Busways link the CBD, South Bank and suburbs |
| go card or contactless | Contactless Visa and Mastercard accepted | Same fares as go card on most services |
Ride-hailing apps in Brisbane
A 5 km ride costs about A$15–28 ($10.4–19.5).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Most reliable and widely used |
| DiDi | Often cheaper; fewer drivers late |
| 13cabs | Metered taxis, bookable in the app |
- Taxis are metered and accept cards. Rank queues at the Valley are long late on Fridays and Saturdays.
Arriving in Brisbane
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Airtrain to the CBD about A$21–26, 20 min; Uber or taxi A$40–60, 20–35 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Shared e-scooters and e-bikes are widespread; helmets are mandatory. Moped rental is uncommon.
- Driving: on the left. Visitors can drive on a valid foreign licence; carry an IDP or official English translation if it isn't in English.
- Onward travel in Australia: Distances are huge, so fly between capitals (Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar). Greyhound coaches run the east coast; long-distance trains are scenic but slow. Rent a car for the outback.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Brisbane?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, DiDi, 13cabs.
What's the best way to get around Brisbane?
TransLink go card covers trains, buses and the CityCat and CityHopper ferries. The river ferries are the best way across the center.
How do I get from the airport to Brisbane?
Airtrain to the CBD about A$21–26, 20 min; Uber or taxi A$40–60, 20–35 min.
Is Brisbane walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- Greyhound Australia
- Journey Beyond Rail (The Ghan, Indian Pacific)
- Transport for NSW (NSW TrainLink)
- Queensland Rail Travel
- TransLink Queensland
- Brisbane Airport
- Visit Brisbane
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