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Getting around Brisbane

With riverside expressways and an extensive public transport system, getting around Brisbane is straightforward and efficient.

By Mark Sariban

Brisbane is an easy city to get around. The metropolitan area has a great range of options for public transport, driving, cycling and walking. Here’s how to move around the city with ease.

Transport in Brisbane

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Brisbane has an extensive public transport system of buses, trains and ferries. To use the network, it’s recommended that you purchase a TransLink Go Card . You can also purchase pre-paid paper tickets at stations and fare machines before boarding a bus, train or ferry service.

• Use a Go Card on the TransLink network throughout southeast Queensland, including services from Brisbane to the Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast .
• Purchase a Go Card and load it with funds at designated retailers at Brisbane Airport and convenience stores, and at train stations throughout the city. Go Card also has specific offers for visitors and tourists. You can add money to the card at fare machines and Go Card retailers across the city.
• Tap your Go Card on the reader when you board your selected mode of transport and be sure to tap off when you disembark.
• You can also pay for selected train fares with contactless credit cards, debit cards and mobile devices, with smart ticketing being rolled out across the public transport network. 

Tip: If you are using a credit card, debit card or mobile device instead of a Go Card, be sure to use the same payment method when you tap on and tap off.

Brisbane is serviced by domestic and international terminals at Brisbane Airport (BNE). There are several options for reaching the city from the airport.

• The Airtrain runs from the domestic and international terminals to stations in Brisbane’s city centre. Travel time between the airport and the city is around 20 minutes, with services running every 15–30 minutes. Use a Go Card for your fare or purchase single tickets for travel. Purchase your tickets in advance through the Airtrain website for discounted fares.
• You’ll find taxi ranks and rideshare pick-up areas at the front of each terminal – simply follow the signage. The journey from the airport to the city takes around 20 minutes outside of peak periods. 
• If you’re travelling with a lot of luggage, you can book a door-to-door airport transfer with Con-X-ion .

Tip: Even if you’re travelling in a group of four or more, it will be less expensive to travel to the city by Airtrain than taxi or rideshare.

In Australia, airlines, trains, buses and ferries have accessible options for people using mobility devices, as well as services for hearing and vision impaired travellers.

• Brisbane Airport provides special assistance for people with disabilities and can help with baggage, getting around the airport, and getting on and off the plane. 
• The majority of trains have accessible options – check the TransLink website for information on using public transport before your trip.
• All Brisbane City Council buses have low floors providing level access, as well a wheelchair ramps.
• All CityCat ferries and most terminals are fully accessible. However, CityHopper and Cross River Ferry services are not accessible.

Getting around Brisbane on public transport

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Brisbane’s rail network is a great way to visit attractions across the city and reach the surrounding suburbs. Use the Journey Planner tool to map your route.

• Major stations in the city include Central Station and Roma Street Station. From either of these stations, you can catch a train to reach attractions including the Queensland Museum or the Gallery of Modern Art , and destinations such as South Bank or Fortitude Valley.

Brisbane has a number of busways that separate buses from other traffic on the roads. The bus network is an efficient way of hopping around Brisbane and its neighbourhoods. Use the Journey Planner tool to map your route.

• Free City Loop and Spring Hill Loop bus services operate in the city centre. These bus loops run in both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions, and depart every 10 minutes between 7am and 6pm. 
• CityGlider bus services pass through the city centre on two routes: from West End to Teneriffe; and from Ashgrove to Coorparoo. These services run every 5–15 minutes.

The Brisbane River makes its way through the centre of Brisbane, so ferries are a popular way to get around. 

• The free CityHopper ferry operates between North Quay terminal in South Bank and Sydney Street wharf in New Farm. You can use this service to travel to the Howard Smith Wharves dining and entertainment precinct. 
• Use a Go Card to catch the CityCat ferry , which will take you to attractions like Eat Street Northshore and the City Botanic Gardens.

Getting around Brisbane by car

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Driving in Brisbane is straightforward and safe, but you may want to check whether your hotel charges a daily parking fee. 

• Brisbane City Council operates two centrally located car parks , at King George Square and Wickham Terrace. 
• You can also book tours to many of the stunning destinations outside of Brisbane and leave the driving to someone else.

Brisbane is serviced by two major taxi companies, 13cabs and Black & White Cabs . 

• You can hail a taxi on the street or at taxi ranks in built-up areas. 
• Secure taxi ranks operate late at night on Fridays and Saturdays in busy locations. 
• You can also book a taxi by phoning individual companies, downloading their apps or using the GoCatch app.

Most major ridesharing platforms operate in Brisbane, including Uber , Ola and DiDi , as well as local operator GoCatch .

Tip: Female travellers can also book a ride with Shebah , a rideshare service with all-women drivers catering to women. (Adult men can use the service if they need to transport a child who requires an approved child safety seat.)

Make the most of your time in Brisbane with a guided tour. There are numerous tour operators providing customisable half-day and full-day tours of the city and surrounds, including Prestige Day Tours and, for foodies, Delectable Tours . 

• Enjoy an emissions-free sightseeing tour of Brisbane by pedicab with Green Cabs . 
• See the sights of Brisbane by Segway with Kangaroo Segway Tours .

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• Cycling & scooting

Joining a sightseeing river cruise is a great way to get to know Brisbane. 

• River City Cruises offers daily sightseeing cruises along the Brisbane River. 
• Mirimar Cruises runs Koala and Brisbane River Cruises that include a visit to nearby Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary . 
• Both cruise companies operate from the Cultural Centre Pontoon, South Bank.

With an extensive network of separated bike paths , including along the riverbanks surrounding the city centre, cycling around Brisbane is easy. 

• The CityLink Cycleway provides protected bike lanes through the heart of the city.
• Download an app from Beam or Neuron to access a pool of shared e-bikes and e-scooters across Brisbane.

Tip: E-bikes and other e-mobility devices are not permitted on roads in the city centre, however, you can ride them on the CityLink Cycleway.

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Apply for school transport assistance

Applications now open.

You can now apply for the school transport assistance scheme (on all government contracted bus, rail or ferry services) for students travelling from 2 eligible addresses due to a shared care arrangement.

Find out if you are eligible and how to apply .

A little preparation before you start your application will make filling out the online form a straightforward activity. We recommend you:

• watch the applying online for school transport assistance animation for an overview of the application process and some useful tips to help you
• find out the type of assistance available to apply for online
• read the terms and conditions and make sure you are eligible to apply .

When ready find how to apply online .

If you don't have access to the internet or a computer check with your school or local library for access or you can complete a paper application for the type of assistance needed.

Overview of the application process

Did you know you can now apply online for school transport assistance? One form using any device for up to 5 children. It's that simple and convenient. First check if you're eligible using the information on the school transport assistance webpage. Gather any information that you need to complete your application. Confirm the transport operators if your child is travelling by bus or ferry. Then accept the terms and conditions and start the online form.Don't worry if you can't complete the form all at once. You can save your details for up to 7 days. Once it's submitted you'll be given an ID number to keep track of your application. When it's been processed you'll be notified of the outcome. Our website has all the information you need. So let's get started. Visit www.qld.gov.au/schooltransportassistance

Terms and conditions

• Applications can be submitted for the next school year from 1st October.
• Applications will only be accepted from a student's legal parent/guardian.
• A shared care arrangement refers to a student who spends a number of nights at each legal parent/guardian's residential address.
• Conveyance allowance for private travel is not available from a second address under shared care arrangements.
• a student changes school or residential address during the year
• the student's mode of transport or travel pattern changes (for example, frequency of travel or if there are changes to a student's shared care living arrangements)
• the student moves from primary to secondary school.
• Bus and ferry service providers may issue an interim travel approval.  Final approval for assistance is granted by the Department of Transport and Main Roads.
• The Department of Transport and Main Roads will advise successful applicants in writing. Unsuccessful bus and ferry applicants will be advised by the service provider nominated in their application.
• Students must abide by the Code of Conduct .

Types of assistance available in the online application

You can apply online for the following types of assistance:

• Bus and ferry transport (including safety-net)
• Rail transport (including G:Link)
• Private transport (conveyance allowance)
• Drought (additional conveyance allowance)
• Students living in shared care arrangements

The following types of assistance aren't available online:

• Students with disability— find out more about applying
• Assistance for English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) students— contact your school to apply
• Year 10 bypass— contact your local Translink regional office for further information.

Applications for students under child protection

Eligibility.

Students may be eligible for school transport assistance if they:

• have parents/guardians who are residents of Queensland
• are independent students who are residents of Queensland
• attend an approved school or an alternative program approved by the Queensland Department of Education
• are 18 or younger.

Students are not eligible to apply for school transport assistance if they are:

• pre-prep and kindergarten students
• mature age students
• overseas, interstate and exchange students
• TAFE students
• distance education students
• tertiary students.

Before you apply online

You can apply online for assistance for different modes of transport including train, bus, ferry, private transport, and travel with multiple school transport providers.

Before you start your online application:

• watch the applying online for school transport assistance animation
• read the terms and conditions and eligibility
• Pension, Healthcare or Department of Veterans Affairs concession card details for yourself and student/s (if applying for safety-net assistance)
• your bank account details including BSB, account number and name, and bank address (if applying for conveyance allowance)
• electronic document files to support claims for drought assistance and independent student status.
• Work out the distance from your residence to the closest state school and attending school (if this is different to the closest state school).
• Confirm the service provider/s if your child is travelling by bus or ferry.
• During the application you will be asked to confirm you have read and understood the terms and conditions and eligibility requirements detailed on this page and the introduction to the online application. Penalties may apply for false information.

Your application:

• Keep a record of application ID and PIN to retrieve your application.
• After 7 days your application will be discarded, and you will need to start a new application.
• You can enter details for up to 5 children—a new online application is required for additional children.
• You can apply for up to 2 bus and ferry service provider per child on the same application form—a third service provider will need a new application form.
• residential address
• mode of transport
• frequency of travel
• changes to a student's shared care living arrangements
• or move from primary to secondary school.
• Your service provider can let you know pick up and drop off points and times for the transport journey
• The ability to print a completed application is not available on Apple mobile devices.

Apply online

Completed the preparation? You're ready to start and can use any computer, laptop or mobile device.

Save and retrieve an application

You can save, exit and retrieve your application form to return and complete it at a later time.

Make sure you keep the following information to retrieve a saved application :

• application ID
• email you used in the application
• surname of the applicant.

After you submit an application

You will receive confirmation of submission of your application by SMS or email, using the details you provided in the online form.

Your application will be assessed:

• Successful notifications will be advised in writing by the Department of Transport and Main Roads.
• Unsuccessful applications for bus and ferry will be advised by the service provider nominated in the application.

More information and help with your application

Your school transport service provider will also be able to provide you with information, contact your nearest local Translink regional office.

If you are experiencing technical problems with the online form you can contact the help desk at  [email protected] or on 1300 119 289 .

Paper forms can be accessed on the Translink website , under the heading Types of assistance.