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How to Travel from

Brisbane to Phillip Island

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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 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.45–$6.36
Train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.07–$5.72

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:
$12.08–$33.07

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$241.68
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$203.52

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.52

Metropolitan Buses

Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au
Bus from Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd to Dandenong
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Cowes
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.76–$9.54
Bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Cowes
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.08–$11.45
Bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Wimbeldon
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.70–$9.48
Bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Ventnor
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.01–$10.74

South Coast Bus

Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au/footer/customer-service/operator-contact-details/?utm_source=open_data_click_agency&utm_medium=open_data_agency_click&utm_campaign=open_data_click
Bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Cowes
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.35–$29.26

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.43–$47.06

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.98–$51.08

Train operators

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Flinders Street to Frankston
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.79–$178.08

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Koo
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.32–$7.42
Bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Cowes
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.32–$7.42
Bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Wimbeldon
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.30–$7.37

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
46h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,452.27–$3,179.89

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$699.59
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$597.83
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$546.95
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$534.23
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$521.52
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.40–$419.76

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$763.19
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$763.19
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$546.95
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$610.55
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$521.52
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.40–$419.76

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.84–$635.99
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$699.59
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.92–$457.92

Other operators

Westernport Ferries

Phone:
03 5257 4565
Website:
westernportferries.com.au/
Other from Stony Point to Phillip
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Phillip Island is to train and bus via Sydney which costs $53.26 - $195.65 and takes 30h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Phillip Island is to fly and train and ferry which takes 8h 40m and costs $108.70 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Phillip Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Phillip Island. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Cowes Transit Centre via Central Station, Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Koo Wee Rup Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 43m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Phillip Island?

The distance between Brisbane and Phillip Island is 1500 km. The road distance is 1885.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Phillip Island without a car is to train and bus via Sydney which takes 30h 28m and costs $53.26 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Brisbane to Phillip Island, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Brisbane to Phillip Island bus arrive?

Brisbane to Phillip Island bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Brisbane and Phillip Island?

Phillip Island is 1h ahead of Brisbane. It is currently 15:48 in Brisbane and 16:48 in Phillip Island.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Phillip Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Phillip Island is 1885 km. It takes approximately 20h 8m to drive from Brisbane to Phillip Island.

Where can I stay near Phillip Island?

There are 1066+ hotels available in Phillip Island. Prices start at $85.23 per night.
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