Brisbane to Sydney

Brisbane to Sydney

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Brisbane to Sydney Destination Reviews

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Linda H
Chose Greyhound particularly for the comfort and amenities but had to travel on a second rate bus. Very very disappointed.
Brisbane to Sydney, Bus Flexible, Greyhound Australia, Mar 29, 2026
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Leanne B
Due to bad weather, we were offboarded at Maitland and bused to Broadmeadows. There was no support at Broadmeadows for passengers and we then had an hour plus trip to the city via train. From check-in at Roma St Station to my final destination at Cronulla my journey was in excess of 19 hours, Lugging bags from Broadmeadows to the city was difficult and tiring. To be just dumped at Broad meadows with no further assistance is poor
Brisbane to Sydney, Train #32 Economy Class, NSW TrainLink, Aug 7, 2025
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Brisbane to Sydney Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
NSW TrainLink
Economy Class
05:00
20:13
$86.66
  2.0
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
05:20
06:55
$93.57
Train
NSW TrainLink
Economy Class
06:00
20:13
$86.66
  2.0
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
06:20
08:00
$123.24
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
06:40
08:15
$112.97
Bus
Greyhound Australia
Early Bird
07:00
00:00
$72.27
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
07:30
08:55
$103.84
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
07:55
15:55
$253.64
  5.0
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
08:15
09:50
$163.75
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
08:40
10:15
$112.97
Bus
Greyhound Australia
Early Bird
09:00
00:00
$72.27
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
09:20
10:55
$123.24
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
09:40
11:15
$114.11
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
10:05
11:40
$227.65
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
10:25
12:00
$314.38
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
10:55
17:25
$291.24
  5.0
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
11:15
20:40
$2,979.49
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
11:35
17:10
$725.24
  5.0
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
11:55
13:30
$218.52
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
12:15
13:50
$236.78

How to get from Brisbane to Sydney

When you want to get from Brisbane to Sydney, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 1,033.70. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 53.75.

How far is Brisbane from Sydney?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Brisbane to Sydney. Your trip will be a total of 837 miles (1346 km). The flying distance is 837 miles (1346 km).

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

The travel time from Brisbane to Sydney can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 26 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Brisbane to Sydney?

The cost of the trip from Brisbane to Sydney varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 53.75 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 1,033.70.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Brisbane to Sydney:

  • Bus tickets - USD 53.71 to USD 196.69;
  • Train tickets - USD 55.80 to USD 78.82;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 94.86. From Brisbane to Sydney starting from 14:45 Brisbane Roma Street until 14:45 Brisbane Roma Street
  • Plane tickets - USD 133.22 to USD 1,033.69;

How many trips per day are there between Brisbane and Sydney?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Brisbane to Sydney depart during the day - there are approximately 150 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 14:00. There are 19 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 3 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Sydney. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 133.22.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Brisbane to Sydney

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Buses

Taking a bus from Brisbane to Sydney is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Brisbane to Sydney

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Brisbane to Sydney? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 42% chosen Bus+Train
  • 42% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 12% decided to go for a bus.
  • 4% users took a plane.

Transportation from Brisbane to Sydney

Facts about the transport from Brisbane to Sydney

Cheapest Transport$54
Fastest Transport1h 35m
Earliest Departure5:45 AM
Latest Departure9:20 PM
Departures per day172
Distance1346 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFlixBus, Greyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Airways, NSW TrainLink, NSW TrainLinkBus, Premier Motor Service, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia