How to travel from Brisbane to Broome, Australia
The distance between Brisbane and Broome is around 3,344km (2,078 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 40m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Brisbane to Broome by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Broome → Brisbane if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Broome (BME).
- Duration5h 40m
- Flight time5hrs
- Typical costA$660($445)
Qantas
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Central Station then Adelaide Parklands and then to Darwin then take the bus to Broome.
- Duration5 days
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$1,900($1,275)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Brisbane and Broome
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Brisbane to Broome by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around A$660 ($445) and will take around 5h 40m.
The distance between Brisbane and Broome is around 3,344km (2,078 miles).
It takes around 5h 40m to get from Brisbane and Broome by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 22h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Brisbane to Broome is to fly which takes around 5h 40m and will set you back approx A$660 ($445).
The cheapest way to travel between Brisbane and Broome, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around A$660 ($445) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Brisbane and Broome. We recommend that you fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Broome (BME). instead which will take 5h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Brisbane and Broome. We recommend that you fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Broome (BME). instead which will take 5h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Brisbane and Broome. Flights depart from Brisbane (BNE) and arrive at Broome (BME). The flight takes around 5hrs.
Yes there is a direct flight between Brisbane and Broome with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 5hrs.
Qantas and Virgin Australia fly between Brisbane and Broome. Flights depart from Brisbane (BNE) and and arrive into Broome (BME). These flights usually take around 5hrs.
The flight from Brisbane to Broome typically takes around 5hrs. Flights depart from Brisbane (BNE) and and arrive into Broome (BME).
The closest major airport to Broome is Broome International Airport (BME) (BME) which is approximately 1km (1 miles) from Broome. Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) (PHE) and Barimunya Airport (BYP) (BYP) 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 Brisbane and Broome. The distance is around 4,664km (2,898 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 22h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Brisbane to Broome is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around A$660 ($445).
Compare travel optionsbetween Brisbane and Broome
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 5h 40m | A$660($445) | every 30 mins | 3,344km (2,078 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 9h 25m | A$750($505) | hourly | 4,357km (2,707 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 5 days | A$1,900($1,275) | once a week | 7,603km (4,724 miles) |
| Train to Central Station, bus | 5 days 5h | A$1,515($1,020) | once a week | 8,042km (4,997 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 22h | A$620($415) | on demand | 4,664km (2,898 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Brisbane and Broome
Airlines
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Bus companies
Integrity Coach Lines (Aust) Pty Ltd
Train operators
NSW TrainLink
Great Southern Rail - Indian Pacific
Great Southern Rail - The Ghan
Airports near Broome
The following major airports near Broome offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Broome International Airport (BME)
- Distance
- 1km (1 miles) from Broome
Port Hedland International Airport (PHE)
- Distance
- 463km (288 miles) from Broome
Barimunya Airport (BYP)
- Distance
- 614km (381 miles) from Broome