GETTING around Brisbane

Go Card 

Want to know the easiest way to get around town? Pick up a TransLink go card and travel seamlessly on all TransLink bus, ferry and rail services across South East Queensland. The perfect travel companion, go cards are available from attended Queensland Rail stations, online, over the phone, any 7-Eleven or Night Owl store and selected retailers displaying the 'buy' symbol. Top up the card balance like a prepaid mobile phone whenever it suits. Find out more here.  

Free Transport 

Hail a bus for free in the inner city. The City Loop and Spring Hill Loop bus services circle the city every 10 minutes and stop at destinations in the CBD and Spring Hill precincts between 7am to 6pm weekdays. Glide between Brisbane’s inner-city precincts by hopping on the free CityHopper ferry service, which travels along the river from North Quay to Sydney Street, New Farm. For any inquiries regarding public transport, please contact Translink on 13 12 30 or visit the website.  

Ferries 

Let the river be your guide. Brisbane’s ferries, affectionately known as CityCats, are one of the most enjoyable ways to explore The City. Glide along the river with CityCat and ferry services, perfect for sight-seeing and accessing key city spots. Payment can be made via Visa, Mastercard or American Express credit card, debit card, smartphone or smartwatch, or a go card.

Hop on board the free CityHopper ferry service to get round inner-city precincts. For any inquiries regarding public transport, please contact Translink on 13 12 30 or visit the website.

Buses 

Explore Brisbane’s neighbourhoods through a comprehensive bus service that runs throughout the city, connecting the outer and inner suburbs to the CBD, major shopping centres, entertainment and dining precincts, railway stations and ferry terminals. Take advantage of special NightLink bus services running after midnight on Fridays and Saturdays for late-night travellers. Or get around the inner city with the free City Loop and Spring Hill Loop. Plan your trip now on Translink’s journey planner. For any inquiries regarding public transport, please contact Translink on 13 12 30 or visit the website.  

Trains 

Brisbane’s speedy network of electric trains has the Greater Brisbane region covered and provides direct access to the city, quirky neighbourhood precincts and outer suburbs. There is also a handy Airtrain service that is completely integrated into the Queensland Rail suburban network, with regular trains running from Brisbane Airport directly to Brisbane City and the Gold Coast. Travel on a single ticket from any station in South East Queensland to Brisbane Airport. For any inquiries regarding public transport, please contact Translink on 13 12 30 or visit the website.  

Taxis 

Taxi ranks are available at the Brisbane international and domestic airports, as well as throughout The City and inner-city precincts. Jump in a taxi to be assured of a quick and efficient way of getting around. A standard taxi will cater for four passengers or fewer. For wheel-chair access or to transport five to 10 passengers, it’s best to order a Multi Passenger Taxi. Contact Black & White Cabs on 133 222 and 13cabs 13 22 27. 

Rideshare 

Brisbane is home to Uber, DiDi, Ola, Lyft and GoCatch. 

Driving 

You are permitted to drive in Queensland if you hold a valid Australian or foreign licence. If your licence is in a language other than English, you should carry an English translation of it when driving. 

Bikes & Scooters  

Make the most of Brisbane’s wonderful outdoor climate by biking or scootering around town. There are extensive bicycle paths running throughout the city and pedal-power offers a healthy and inexpensive way of getting around. Download the Neuron and Beam apps to hire handy e-bikes and e-scooters to navigate Brisbane with ease. Don’t forget to wear your helmet and follow all speed limits!