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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Adelaide is to train and fly which costs $230 - $480 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $210 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Central Station and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Adelaide?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brisbane and arriving at Adelaide. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Brisbane to Adelaide?

The distance between Brisbane and Adelaide is 1639 km. The road distance is 1919.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Adelaide without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 41h and costs $460 - $4,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Brisbane to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Adelaide bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Adelaide train from?

Brisbane to Adelaide train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $210 - $550. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $460 - $4,000 and takes 41h, you could also bus, which costs $230 - $600 and takes 41h 10m.

Where does the Brisbane to Adelaide bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Brisbane and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min ahead of Brisbane. It is currently 5:23 PM in Brisbane and 5:53 PM in Adelaide.

Where does the Brisbane to Adelaide train arrive?

Brisbane to Adelaide train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Adelaide is 1919 km. It takes approximately 21h 6m to drive from Brisbane to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1474+ hotels available in Adelaide.

Brisbane to Adelaide - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Brisbane to Adelaide by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), 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 from Brisbane Airport
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)BNE - ADL
4h 34m
$213–519
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)OOL - ADL
6h 13m
$176–556
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
2. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide ParklandsSyd-Adl 2025
41h
$460–3,949
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Albury
3. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin St
41h 10m
$235–571
Drive 1,919.1 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Adelaide1,919.1 km
21h 6m
$368–532
Train to Sunshine Coast Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1
2. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)MCY - ADL
7h 24m
$238–478
Train
1. Take the train from Brisbane to AdelaideGreat Southern Rail
2d 4h
$2,365–5,390

Brisbane to Adelaide by train

1Weekly Trains

41hAverage Duration

$460Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brisbane to Adelaide.

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Distance: 1,639.3 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roma Street Station to Adelaide Parklands via Central Station and Sydney Central Station in around 41h.

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