Brisbane Trains
Brisbane has a network of suburban railways that carry commuters, long distance travellers and freight. There are 10 train lines - Airport, Beenleigh, Caboolture, Cleveland, Doomben, Ferny Grove, Gold Coast, Ipswich/Rosewood, Shorncliffe and Sunshine Coast - and 139 stations in Brisbane's train network.
The commuter trains on these lines are all pretty new and offer much seating, room for standing with bicycles, disabled access and air conditioning which is a relief in the hot Brisbane heat.
Queensland Rail has also improved your travel experience with the introduction of free Wi-Fi in certain carriages on the City network trains.
In 2001 the Brisbane Airtrain which connects passengers from Brisbane Airport and Brisbane City and the Gold Coast opened to much success. This service has become very popular with travellers arriving into Brisbane and out of Brisbane. The service is cheap, runs regularly and is a quick option compared to other forms of transport to the airport.
Airtrain - Catch the Train, Make the Plane!
Brisbane's Airtrain offers the quickest and most reliable option to get from the Brisbane Airport to either the city centre stations (including Bowen Hills, Fortitude Valley, Central Station, Roma Street, South Brisbane and South Bank) or suburban stops.
A one way ticket from the City to Brisbane Airport (or the other way
around) will cost about $15, or you can get a Brisbane Pass which is $53 for adults and $20 for a child. Destinations in Brisbane's CBD include:
- Bowen Hills
- Fortitude Valley
- Central Station
- Roma Street
- South Brisbane
- South Bank
Trains from the domestic and international airports run every 15 minutes from 5.45am (6am on weekends) until 8pm and they will take you to Brisbane City, Brisbane suburbs and the Gold Coast with most stops in between.
