How to travel from Bathurst to Brisbane, Australia
The distance between Bathurst and Brisbane is around 4,006km (2,489 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6hrs.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Bathurst to Brisbane by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Brisbane → Bathurst if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Albany (ALH) to Brisbane (BNE).
- Duration6hrs
- Flight time5h 30m
- Typical costA$1,015($680)
Regional Express
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Armadale Stn Transwa Armadale then take the train to Sydney Central Station and then to Brisbane.
- Duration3 days 23h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$955($645)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bathurst and Brisbane
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bathurst to Brisbane by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then fly which costs around A$670 ($450) and will take around 11h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$1,015 ($680).
The distance between Bathurst and Brisbane is around 4,006km (2,489 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 739km (459 miles)
It takes around 6hrs to get from Bathurst and Brisbane by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 20h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Bathurst to Brisbane is to fly which takes around 6hrs and will set you back approx A$1,015 ($680).
The cheapest way to travel between Bathurst and Brisbane, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around A$670 ($450) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Bathurst and Brisbane. We recommend that you fly from Albany (ALH) to Brisbane (BNE). instead which will take 6hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bathurst and Brisbane. We recommend that you fly from Albany (ALH) to Brisbane (BNE). instead which will take 6hrs.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Bathurst and Brisbane. Flights depart from Albany (ALH) and arrive at Brisbane (BNE) - via Perth (PER). The flight takes around 5h 30m.
There is no direct flight from Bathurst to Brisbane. There is however a flight that goes via Perth (PER). This services will take at least 6hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Bathurst to Brisbane typically takes around 5h 30m. Flights depart from Albany (ALH) and and arrive into Brisbane (BNE).
The closest major airport to Brisbane is Brisbane Airport (BNE) (BNE) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Brisbane. Gold Coast Airport (OOL) (OOL) and Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) (MCY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Bathurst and Brisbane. The distance is around 4,284km (2,662 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 20h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bathurst to Brisbane is to fly which takes, on average, 6hrs and will usually cost around A$1,015 ($680).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bathurst and Brisbane
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 6hrs | A$1,015($680) | every 30 mins | 4,006km (2,489 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 6h 60m | A$810($545) | every 20 mins | 4,106km (2,551 miles) |
| Fly to Toowoomba Wellcamp (WTB), Bus | 9h 15m | A$1,315($885) | 5 times a day | 4,520km (2,808 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 11h 40m | A$670($450) | once daily | 4,052km (2,518 miles) |
Bus and Train | 3 days 23h | A$955($645) | once a week | 5,356km (3,328 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 20h | A$810($545) | on demand | 4,284km (2,662 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bathurst and Brisbane
Bus companies
Byron Easy Bus
Transwa
Murrays Coaches
Bus Queensland
Airlines
Regional Express
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Train operators
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
NSW TrainLink
Airports near Brisbane
The following major airports near Brisbane offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Brisbane
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
- Distance
- 91km (57 miles) from Brisbane
Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
- Distance
- 96km (60 miles) from Brisbane