What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Brisbane CBD?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Brisbane CBD is to train which costs $85 - $250 and takes 14h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Brisbane CBD?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Brisbane CBD is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $140 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Brisbane CBD?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Brisbane. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Brisbane CBD?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Roma Street Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 6m.

How far is it from Sydney to Brisbane CBD?

The distance between Sydney and Brisbane CBD is 776 km. The road distance is 905.2 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Brisbane CBD without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Brisbane CBD without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs $120 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Brisbane CBD?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Sydney to Brisbane CBD, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Brisbane CBD bus from?

Sydney to Brisbane CBD bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Brisbane CBD train from?

Sydney to Brisbane CBD train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Brisbane CBD?

The best way to get from Sydney to Brisbane CBD is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $140 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $320 and takes 13h, you could also train, which costs $85 - $250 and takes 14h 6m.

Where does the Sydney to Brisbane CBD bus arrive?

Sydney to Brisbane CBD bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Brisbane CBD?

Brisbane CBD is 1h behind Sydney. It is currently 7:42 AM in Sydney and 6:42 AM in Brisbane CBD.

Where does the Sydney to Brisbane CBD train arrive?

Sydney to Brisbane CBD train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Brisbane CBD?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Brisbane CBD is 905 km. It takes approximately 9h 36m to drive from Sydney to Brisbane CBD.

How do I get a train ticket from Sydney to Brisbane CBD?

Book your Sydney to Brisbane CBD train tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sydney to Brisbane CBD?

Book your Sydney to Brisbane CBD bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Brisbane CBD?

There are 2575+ hotels available in Brisbane CBD.

Sydney to Brisbane CBD - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Brisbane Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
3h 22m
$140–490
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
14h 6m
$85–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Brisbane
13h
$120–320
Drive 905.2 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Brisbane CBDcar 905.2 km
9h 36m
$166–239
Fly Sydney International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train
4h 52m
$103–396
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
6h 6m
$117–395

Sydney to Brisbane CBD by bus

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Distance: 776.3 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Brisbane CBD, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Brisbane 4 times a day. Tickets cost $130–320 and the journey takes 13h. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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