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 - $550 and takes 7h 22m.

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 32m and costs $210 - $480.

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 bus which takes 41h 10m and costs $230 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m 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 32m and costs $210 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $230 - $600 and takes 41h 10m, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $460 - $4,600 and takes 41h 35m.

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 7:52 PM in Brisbane and 8:22 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 13m to drive from Brisbane to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1481+ 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, 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 from Brisbane Airport
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane BNE - ADL
4h 32m
$213–479
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane OOL - ADL
6h 11m
$166–446
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Alburybus
3. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin Stbus
41h 10m
$235–571
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
2. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain Syd-Adl 2026
41h 35m
$460–4,549
Drive 1,919.1 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Adelaidecar 1,919.1 km
21h 13m
$363–524
Train to Sunshine Coast Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
2. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MCY - ADL
7h 22m
$238–508
Train
1. Take the train from Brisbane to Adelaidetrain Great Southern Rail
2d 4h
$2,365–5,390

Brisbane to Adelaide by bus

7Weekly Buses

41h 10mAverage Duration

$235Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brisbane to Adelaide.

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Distance: 1,639 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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 bus from Brisbane to 85 Franklin St via Central Station, Albury, and Albury Station/Hume Hwy in around 41h 10m.

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