Travel & Transport

Brisbane airports – Domestic & International
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With the domestic and international airports just 15km from Brisbane City, you can jump on Brisbane Airtrain and be in the heart of the city in just 20 minutes.

Getting around Brisbane
Brisbane is a well-designed, compact city, so it’s easy to get around via scenic river and bridge walking tracks, driving routes, and the city-wide network of public transport options.

Brisbane public transport
Public transport in Brisbane is made up of a comprehensive network of train, bus, and ferry services, as well as the Airtrain service connecting Brisbane Airport with the city – making getting around Brisbane relatively hassle-free.
Contactless payment is available on all South East Queensland (SEQ) trains, trams, and ferries and is now being progressively rolled out on SEQ buses.
Where contactless payment is available | Translink
The Brisbane public transport system uses the TransLink go card.
To help plan your public transport trip around Brisbane, take a look at the TransLink website.
Taxis can also be used to get around the city – simply flag one down in the CBD area, or you can book ahead by calling 13 32 22 or visiting https://www.blackandwhitecabs.com.au/. Eco-friendly Green Cabs are available during weekends and special events, and rideshare service Uber is also available in most areas – you’ll need to download the app to book a ride.

Driving in Brisbane
Brisbane is well-connected by several freeways, including the Pacific Motorway, the Ipswich Motorway, Western Freeway and the Centenary Freeway. The Bruce Highway is Brisbane’s main route north of the city to the rest of Queensland.
There are also many recently built tunnels connecting Brisbane, which makes it easy to get around the city and surrounding suburbs by car. Toll roads include:

• The Gateway Motorway
• The Logan Motorway
• Clem Jones (CLEM7 tunnel)
• Go Between Bridge
• Legacy Way
• Airport LinkM7

Toll roads are completely electronic, so you’ll need to open an account or buy a pass if you plan on driving your own car. If you forget to buy a pass before travelling, you can purchase one within three days of driving.

Hire cars in Brisbane
Hiring a car in Brisbane is a convenient way to get around the city and surrounding areas if you don’t plan on driving very frequently. Some of the most common rental car companies in Brisbane include:
Thrifty Car & Truck Rental | Budget | Hertz