| Duration | 14h 6m |
| Distance | 906.1 km |
| Average price | $110 |
| Frequency | 6/week |
Trip overview
The train between Sydney and Brisbane takes 14h 6m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Sydney to Brisbane. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Sydney to Brisbane train times
Trains run twice daily between Sydney and Brisbane.
The service departs Sydney at 14:45 in the afternoon, which arrives into Brisbane at 04:53.
All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 14h 6m.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Departing Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Departing Thursday, December 11, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Want to know about travelling from Sydney to Brisbane? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Is there a direct train between Sydney and Brisbane?
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.
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How far is it from Sydney to Brisbane?
The distance between Sydney and Brisbane is 776 km. The road distance is 906.1 km.
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Where do I catch the Sydney to Brisbane train from?
Sydney to Brisbane train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.
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Where does the Sydney to Brisbane train arrive?
Sydney to Brisbane train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.
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More detailsWhat companies run services between Sydney and Brisbane?
NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Roma Street Station twice daily. Tickets cost $70 - $250 and the journey takes 14h 6m.
Train operators
NSW TrainLink XPT
Ave. Duration
14h 6m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
$70 - $250
- Phone
- 131 500
- Website
- transportnsw.info
Train from Central Station to Roma Street Station
- Ave. Duration
- 14h 6m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $70 - $250
- Website
- https://transportnsw.info/regional
- Book at
- https://transportnsw.info/regional/regional-train-coach-facilities/xpt-regional-trains
- Economy
- $80 - $110
- First
- $110 - $150
- Sleeper
- $220 - $250
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