Train from Gold Coast to Brisbane: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Gold Coast to Brisbane on 9 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AirtrainTrain
Gold Coast Nerang Train Station
Brisbane AirportCheapest
AirtrainTrain
Gold Coast Nerang Train Station
Brisbane International Airport Train StationFastest
AirtrainTrain
Gold Coast Nerang Train Station
Brisbane AirportNo tags
AirtrainTrain
Gold Coast Nerang Train Station
Brisbane AirportNo tags
AirtrainTrain
Gold Coast Nerang Train Station
Brisbane AirportNo tags
AirtrainTrain
Gold Coast Nerang Train Station
Brisbane AirportNo tags
AirtrainTrain
Gold Coast Nerang Train Station
Brisbane AirportNo tags
AirtrainTrain
Gold Coast Nerang Train Station
Brisbane AirportNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:59 PM AEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gold Coast to Brisbane

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Brisbane. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 274, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1h 30mAverage duration
74 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 274 - R 518Average duration1h 30m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 362 - R 376Average duration1h 33m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gold Coast to Brisbane by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Gold Coast to Brisbane?

    The cheapest train tickets from Gold Coast to Brisbane start from R 362. The average price for this train route is around R 365. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Gold Coast to Brisbane?

    The average train journey time from Gold Coast to Brisbane is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 71 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Airtrain.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gold Coast to Brisbane route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 69 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gold Coast to Brisbane?

    The earliest train from Gold Coast to Brisbane departs at 04:19. And the latest train departs at 20:19.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/10
R 315
07/10
R 315
Today
R 314
09/10
R 324
10/10
R 324
11/10
R 314
12/10
R 314
13/10
R 324
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gold Coast to Brisbane was searched and found on 11 Oct 2026 with a price of R 314

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gold Coast to Brisbane as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 314 to R 324 for a train ticket from Gold Coast to Brisbane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 314, which is on 2026-10-11.

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