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Six ways to Travel from Brisbane to Adelaide

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By car (2 057 km)
22 h 1 min
2057 km.
from $113
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Train, Plane (Train to Sunshine Coast Airport)
7 h 28 min
1600 km.
from $224.96
Bus
40 h 33 min
1599 km.
from $302.09
Train via Sydney
41 h
1600 km.
from $1217.26
Train, Plane (Train to Gold Coast Airport)
6 h 15 min
1600 km.
from $218.37

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.80–$5.43
Train from Roma Street to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.59–$5.00

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$28.26

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$206.52
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.00–$108.70

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$39.13

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$380.43
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$86.96–$358.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$380.43
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$86.96–$358.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$369.57
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$652.17
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$652.17–$2,282.61

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.50–$183.17

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,309.35–$3,222.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide is to fly which costs $119.57 - $260.87 and takes 4h 43m.

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 43m and costs $119.57 - $260.87 .

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 40h 33m.

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 2 days 21h.

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

The distance between Brisbane (Station) and Adelaide is 1640 km. The road distance is 2005.6 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 40h 33m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m 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 Transport for NSW, 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 43m and costs $119.57 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $347.83 and takes 40h 33m, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $652.17 - $2391.30 and takes 41h.

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 15:50 in Brisbane (Station) and 16:20 in Adelaide.

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

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

Can I drive from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide is 2006 km. It takes approximately 22h 7m to drive from Brisbane (Station) to Adelaide.

Which airlines fly from Brisbane Airport Airport to Adelaide Airport Airport?

Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia offer flights from Brisbane Airport Airport to Adelaide Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1136+ hotels available in Adelaide. Prices start at $53.80 per night.
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