How to Travel by Bus From Sydney to Brisbane
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Getting around Brisbane affordably on public transit can be accomplished most economically with a Go Card from TransLink; just load enough money onto it for your trip and tap when boarding or disembarking from each ride.
The card can be used on all public buses, ferries and trains services as well as paper tickets purchased from station machines.
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Cheapest way to travel from Sydney to Brisbane
Bus travel between Sydney and Brisbane is often the least costly method, offering direct services daily at a fraction of the price of flying. Furthermore, busses give travellers time to stop along their route at places such as Yamba or Port Macquarie for sightseeing opportunities.
Bus travel is both economically and environmentally-friendly, offering incredible views of Sydney’s skyline and iconic Story Bridge. Plus, unlike cars, it can take you directly into the heart of city – not forgetting popular attractions like Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA).
For visitors staying for several days in Brisbane, investing in a Go Card may be worthwhile. This smartcard works on all forms of public transport in Southeast Queensland – buses, trains and ferries alike – as well as purchasing event tickets. Go Cards can be bought either online or at one of TransLink’s outlets and topped up in over 680 locations including Queensland Rail station ticket offices or key bus interchanges.
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Airtrain and public transport offer various routes to Brisbane airport from its international terminal. Skygate/T-bus provides free service between Skygate shopping centre (DFO) and Toombul Interchange; from here it’s just a short stroll across the road where any south-bound train to the CBD awaits you.
Taxis vary in cost depending on your group size and whether or not it’s travelling at peak times; alternatively, Uber and Lyft operate rideshare services from airports that may provide alternative ways of travel.
If you’re taking public transport in Southeast Queensland, a go card may be your best bet as it works across all modes. Simply load up with money and tap on any reader to pay your fare – if unsure which card type best suits your needs contact your local transport authority for guidance.
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Brisbane’s bus and train network provides a quick, convenient commute into the city centre during weekdays; on weekends services become less frequent; however, you can still travel inexpensively by taking public transit if purchasing a green go card from newsagents or station fare machines.
Go cards are stored-value tickets designed for use on buses, trains and ferries in Brisbane’s greater region. Costing less than paper tickets, these stored value tickets offer discounts to adults, children, seniors, concessions and concessions customers alike. Simply touch it to any reader at either end of a bus to use your go card!
If traveling during peak travel times, purchasing a Go Card (aka “gocard”) online or from one of Translink’s outlets could save time and hassle when buying paper tickets on buses and stations – alternatively you may purchase paper tickets from drivers windows or fare machines at stations. Otherwise be sure to bring cash for your journey!
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Brisbane’s public transport system makes getting around easy and affordable, from buses to the free inner-city ferry service CityHopper. Bus fares tend to be more cost effective than train fares as they’re charged per trip rather than zone; Go Cards can also be bought from most Translink outlets.
While you could possibly get around without purchasing a Go Card, we strongly advise against it in order to save money and make life simpler for yourself. A Go Card provides access to public transport across South East Queensland including trains and ferries and includes one free journey on Airtrain from Brisbane Airport.
Purchase of a Go Card can be done online, at Brisbane domestic or international airport, or from many convenience stores throughout Brisbane. Not only is the card convenient and cost-saving but long stays in Brisbane make this card especially handy!
