Airport Travel
The internationally renowned Brisbane Airport is located less than 20 minutes’ drive from the heart of Brisbane city. It is a curfew-free facility that’s serviced by more than 30 airlines – including 29 direct international destinations and 40 domestic destinations.
Participants can quickly and easily access Brisbane city from the airport via the Airtrain, bus, taxi or hire car.
International Travel
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Airtrain
Airtrain is the fast and stress-free way to travel from Brisbane Airport. In 20 minutes you will travel directly to the heart of Brisbane’s CBD in a modern fleet of trains including air-conditioning, free WiFi, restrooms on board and plenty of space for luggage.
One of Airtrain’s city stations is the South Brisbane station, which is located just 378 metres from the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. For those unfamiliar with Brisbane, you can use our online journey planner to map out your journey to the centre.
Helpful Hints:
- The Domestic Airtrain station is located outside the Domestic Terminal doors over the Skywalk.
- The International Airtrain station is on the 3rd floor of the International Terminal Building.
- The first train service on weekdays from Brisbane Airport departs at 5:04am and the last service of
the day is at 10.04pm. - Weekend timetables differ slightly and are available online. For the full train timetable, please see here.
- Alternatively, you can collect a timetable at Airport Stations or speak to one of the friendly customer advisors who will be happy to assist.
Getting around Brisbane
Free transport services
Brisbane has a well-connected public transport network across ferry, bus and train. There are a number of free bus services, as well as free ferry services.
Paid transport
There are a number of great transport options in Brisbane – from ferries to buses, trains to scooters, as well as taxi and uber services.
Learn more about Brisbane’s public transport here.
River transport
Brisbane’s river provides a fantastic backdrop for transport on and around the river. The following companies are able to support your journeys: