Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Brisbane
The Airtrain runs from both terminals to central Brisbane in about 20–25 minutes and continues to the Gold Coast. A taxi or rideshare takes about 20–30 minutes.
Best for most people: Train. The Airtrain is quick, avoids motorway traffic and stops at the main city stations.
All the options
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| train Airtrain from the International and Domestic terminal stations to Central, Roma Street and Fortitude Valley | about 20–25 min to Central | every 15–30 min | about A$20 one way; cheaper online in advance | about 05:00–22:00; check last trains | Pay by contactless card, phone or go card at the gates. Some Airtrain services continue to the Gold Coast. |
| taxi Taxi ranks outside both terminals | about 20–30 min | about A$45–65 to the CBD, including the airport fee and tolls | 24 h | Fares rise at night and on public holidays. | |
| ride-hailing Uber and other apps from the signed pick-up areas | about 20–30 min | about A$35–60, depending on demand | 24 h | Follow the rideshare signs at each terminal. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Other airports
- Gold Coast Airport (OOL), about 100 km south, convenient for the Gold Coast
Tips
- The International and Domestic terminals are about 2 km apart, linked by the Airtrain and a shuttle bus.
- Airtrain tickets bought online ahead are cheaper than at the station.
- If you are going to the Gold Coast, the Airtrain links to Gold Coast trains, and some services run through.
- Toll roads (Airport Link) are added to taxi and rideshare fares.
Common questions
How much is the Airtrain from Brisbane airport?
A one-way Airtrain ticket to central Brisbane costs about A$20, with discounts for tickets bought online in advance and for return trips. You can tap a contactless card, phone or go card at the gates. The journey takes about 20–25 minutes to Central station.
How much is a taxi from Brisbane airport?
A taxi to the Brisbane CBD usually costs about A$45–65, including the airport fee and tolls, and takes 20–30 minutes. Rates are higher at night and on public holidays. Uber and other rideshare apps operate from signed pick-up areas and can be a little cheaper.
Does the Airtrain run at night?
The Airtrain runs from about 05:00 until around 22:00, so it does not serve late-night arrivals. Check the timetable before you fly. After the last train, taxis and rideshares from the terminal ranks are the practical way into the city.
How do I get to the Gold Coast from Brisbane airport?
Take the Airtrain; some services run through to the Gold Coast line, and others connect at a city station. The trip to Gold Coast stations such as Helensvale takes about 1–1.5 hours, with a tram connection to Surfers Paradise. Shuttle buses and private transfers also operate.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.