What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide is to bus which costs $240 - $550 and takes 41h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 46m and costs $220 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane (Station) and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Central Station and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane (Station) and Adelaide?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brisbane and arriving at Adelaide. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 3 days 22h.

How far is it from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide?

The distance between Brisbane (Station) and Adelaide is 1640 km. The road distance is 1918.3 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 41h 25m and costs $240 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide bus from?

Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide train from?

Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 46m and costs $220 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $240 - $550 and takes 41h 25m, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $470 - $4,900 and takes 41h 59m.

Where does the Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide bus arrive?

Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Brisbane (Station) and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min ahead of Brisbane (Station). It is currently 7:52 AM in Brisbane (Station) and 8:22 AM in Adelaide.

Where does the Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide train arrive?

Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide is 1918 km. It takes approximately 21h 13m to drive from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide.

How do I get a train ticket from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide?

Book your Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide train tickets online with 12go.asia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide?

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Where can I stay near Adelaide?

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Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly from Brisbane Airport
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane BNE - ADL
4h 46m
$224–681
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane OOL - ADL
6h 37m
$216–684
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Albury stationbus
3. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin Stbus
41h 25m
$245–538
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
2. Take the train from Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain Syd-Adl 2026
41h 59m
$475–4,843
Drive 1,918.3 km
1. Drive from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaidecar 1,918.3 km
21h 13m
$398–574
Train
1. Take the train from Brisbane to Adelaidetrain Great Southern Rail
3d 22h
$3,290–18,000

Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide by bus

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Distance: 1,639.9 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Brisbane (Station), QLD, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brisbane to 85 Franklin St via Central Station and Albury Station/Hume Hwy in around 41h 25m.

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