getting around brisbane

Brisbane provides a reliable network of travel and transport links, as well as paths and walkways that make up one of Australia’s most compact and foot-friendly city centres.

city strolling

Walking is a great way to explore Brisbane as its compact and well connected. Walkways and bridges link the Southbank area to the nearby contemporary arts precinct and the heart of the city, which is just across the river.

the river's edge

RiverWalk is a network of walking paths, floating boardwalks, parks and bridges that stretches 20 kilometres along the river, making Brisbane ideal for walking,, bike rides and even rollerblading.

Download the riverwalk maps and find out more

CityTrain

Brisbane’s speedy network of electric trains covers the broadest reaches of greater Brisbane and also provides direct access to the city and key sites including, South Bank and Roma Street Parkland. There are also special post-midnight services on Friday and Saturday nights for late night adventurers.

An integrated ticketing system provides passengers flexibility to travel on Translink’s train, bus and ferry services using just the one ticket. Tickets can be purchased at Queensland Rail stations and selected ticketing agents.

Find out more. Visit www.translink.com.au

buses

Brisbane’s comprehensive bus service runs throughout the city connecting the outer and inner suburbs to the CBD, major shopping centres, railway stations and ferry terminals. There are also special NightLink bus services after midnight on Friday and Saturday evenings. Tickets can be purchased on buses and selected ticketing agents.

Find out more. Visit www.translink.com.au

free city bus loop

Visitors based in the downtown area can also make use of the Loop – a free weekday bus service circling the central business district every ten minutes and stopping at visitor-worthy destinations including the Queen Street Mall, Conrad Treasury Casino, City Botanic Gardens and Riverside Centre.

Find out more

ferries and City Cats

CityCats are one of the most enjoyable ways to get around the city, where commuting and sight-seeing go hand-in-hand. Brisbane’s CityCat and ferry services glide around the winding river, providing travellers with access to key city spots. Tickets can be purchased on board Brisbane’s CityCats and ferry services or at most newsagents and selected retail outlets.

Find out more. Visit www.translink.com.au

taxi services

Brisbane is well equipped with an array of taxi services including disability services and larger group bookings – up to 10. There are taxi ranks near business centres, shopping precincts and venues and bookings can also be made online or by phone.

Yellow Cab Co. - ph. 13 19 24 or visit www.yellowcab.com.au

Black and White Cabs – ph. 13 10 08 or visit www.blackandwhitecabs.com.au

car hire

If you’re day-tripping to Brisbane’s beautiful fringes, nothing quite beats the freedom of a lovely set of wheels and Brisbane offers a range of car rental options from all of the big names and several local operators. For those who would rather sit back and let someone else do the driving, a comprehensive range of limousine and chauffeured car services are available.

Car hire companies- members

Abel Rent A Car
RACQ
East Coast Car Rentals
C Car Rentals
Alpha Car Hire (Ezy Car Hire)
Avis Australia
Wicked Campers
Marque1 Sports Car Rentals
Travellers Autobarn

coach hire

There’s an array of coach companies in Brisbane that take the difficulty out of organising travel for big groups. Whether it’s a handful of people on a mini bus or large group of delegates on a maxi coach, their expert service and local knowledge will make your life easier.

Signature Coaches – (07) 5431 6000
Murrays Coaches - 13 2259
Aries Tours - 07 5594 9978
Coachtrans - 07 3358 9700
Greyhound - 1300 473 946

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