What is the cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Brisbane?

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Brisbane is to fly and train which costs $230 - $390 and takes 7h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Adelaide to Brisbane?

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Brisbane is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $210 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Brisbane?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Brisbane. However, there are services departing from 85 Franklin St and arriving at Brisbane via Albury and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Brisbane?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Adelaide and arriving at Brisbane. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Adelaide to Brisbane?

The distance between Adelaide and Brisbane is 1639 km. The road distance is 1918.2 km.

How do I travel from Adelaide to Brisbane without a car?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Brisbane without a car is to bus which takes 38h 15m and costs $220 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Adelaide to Brisbane?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Adelaide to Brisbane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Brisbane bus from?

Adelaide to Brisbane bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from 85 Franklin St station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Brisbane train from?

Adelaide to Brisbane train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Great Southern, depart from Adelaide station.

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Brisbane?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Brisbane is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $210 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $220 - $600 and takes 38h 15m, you could also train, which costs $2,300 - $5,500 and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Adelaide to Brisbane bus arrive?

Adelaide to Brisbane bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Albury Station/Hume Hwy.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Brisbane?

Brisbane is 30 min behind Adelaide. It is currently 6:02 AM in Adelaide and 5:32 AM in Brisbane.

Where does the Adelaide to Brisbane train arrive?

Adelaide to Brisbane train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Great Southern, arrive at Brisbane station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Brisbane is 1918 km. It takes approximately 21h 6m to drive from Adelaide to Brisbane.

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

There are 2321+ hotels available in Brisbane.

Adelaide to Brisbane - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Adelaide to Brisbane by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Brisbane Airport
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane ADL - BNE
4h 24m
$212–500
Fly to Gold Coast Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane ADL - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train
5h 59m
$167–447
Bus
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury Station/Hume Hwybus
2. Take the bus from Albury to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
38h 15m
$223–554
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide to Brisbanetrain Great Southern Rail
2d 7h
$2,365–5,390
Drive 1,918.2 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Brisbanecar 1,918.2 km
21h 6m
$363–524
Fly to Sunshine Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane ADL - MCY
2. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 5train
7h 23m
$238–388

Adelaide to Brisbane by bus

7Weekly Buses

38h 15mAverage Duration

$223Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,638.7 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Brisbane, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 85 Franklin St to Brisbane via Albury Station/Hume Hwy, Albury, and Central Station in around 38h 15m.

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