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How to Travel from

Brisbane to Kangaroo Island

by Plane, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.68–$6.95
Train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.17–$5.94

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.97–$58.13

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.43–$82.68

LinkSA

Phone:
+61 (0)8 8562 1999
Website:
linksa.com.au
Bus from Adelaide to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.19–$39.18

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.80–$43.25
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.89–$50.88

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$356.16
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Kingscote
Ave. Duration:
7h 7m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.93–$884.65
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Kingscote
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.65–$631.89
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Kingscote
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$151.65–$556.07

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Maryborough
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$698.78
Bus from Maryborough West station to Urangan
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.81–$13.99

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,538.84–$3,292.15
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,586.32–$3,904.22

Other operators

Sealink

Phone:
13 13 01 (international +61 8 8202 8633)
Website:
sealink.com.au
Other from Cape Jervis to Kangaroo
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$42.74

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island is to bus via Aspley Gympie Road which costs $33.70 - $47.83 and takes 9h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $119.57 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Kangaroo Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Pier Street East at Hibiscus Street via Central Ave at Stockland Hervey Bay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island?

The distance between Brisbane and Kangaroo Island is 253 km. The road distance is 294.2 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island without a car is to train and Railbus which takes 6h 3m and costs $17.39 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Kangaroo Island bus from?

Brisbane to Kangaroo Island bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Bus or fly from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $119.57 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $70.65 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Brisbane to Kangaroo Island bus arrive?

Brisbane to Kangaroo Island bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Hervey Bay station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Kangaroo Island is 294 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Brisbane to Kangaroo Island.

Where can I stay near Kangaroo Island?

There are 185+ hotels available in Kangaroo Island. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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