Transport Tips

Brisbane is a compact, connected city, ideal for walking and getting around via the many scenic river and bridge walks. The city's efficient transport network makes it easy for visitors to find their way about the city.

The Convention Centre's central city location is convenient for visitors with easy and direct access to an efficient citywide transport network of buses, trains, taxis and the river's high-speed regular catamaran service. The city to airport Air Train operates from the South Brisbane train station, adjacent to the Convention Centre.

The City's international and domestic airports are only a 20 minute taxi ride from the city centre and the Convention Centre.

Airtrain - Catch the Airtrain from South Brisbane station to Brisbane’s international and domestic airports. Tickets are available for this service from the Client and Visitors Services Centre located in the Main Foyer of the Convention Centre.

Bus Services – South Bank is serviced by two bus stations: The Cultural Centre Station on Melbourne Street and the South Bank Busway Station cnr of Colchester and Tribune Streets, South Bank.

CityCats – A popular and speedy way to travel the river. The CityCat terminal is located outside the riverside restaurants on the riverside promenade. CityCats operate daily from 5.30am to 10.30pm.  

Taxi – Taxi ranks are located outside the main entrance to the Convention Centre, at Mantra South Bank in Grey Street and there is a taxi drop off located at the Grey Street main entrance.

Trains - There are two train stations within a five minute walk of the Centre. South Bank Station accessed from Tribune Street and South Brisbane Railway Station adjacent to the Convention Centre in Grey Street.

For information about public transport visit translink.com.au or call 13 12 30 anytime.

Quick Facts

• Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre is an easy 10 minute walk from the CBD
• Airport to Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre is a 22 minute ride by Airtrain
• City Cat river ferries operate from 5:50am until 10:30pm every day of the week and have a total of 15 embarkation points

Useful Links 

• Brisbane Airport
• TransLink
• Brisbane Visitor Information Centre
• Yellow Cabs
• Black & White Cabs