# BNE — Brisbane (Brisbane Airport)

> BNE (Brisbane Airport) is the main international airport serving Brisbane, Australia. Source: https://www.airportexit.com/airports/bne-brisbane

## At a glance

- **Best exit method:** Airtrain to Brisbane CBD
- **Typical fare:** A$22
- **Journey time:** 20 min
- **Pickup point:** Train station at both terminals
- **Key warning:** Airtrain has a hefty access fee — Uber may beat it for groups
- **Fare reality (BNE → CBD):** expected A$22–A$55 · concerning A$70+ · likely scam A$90+ off-meter
- **Overall risk:** low — Airtrain to CBD is fast but pricey. Rideshare often cheaper for 2+.
- **Last updated:** May 2026 (high confidence)

## Ways out of BNE, ranked

1. **Airtrain** _(recommended)_ — cost A$22, journey 20 min, wait Every 15 min, payment Card.
   - Pros: Fast; No traffic
   - Cons: Pricey access fee
2. **Uber / Didi** _(recommended)_ — cost A$40–A$55, journey 25–40 min, wait 5–10 min, payment App Payment.
   - Pros: Cheaper for 3+
   - Cons: Surge
3. **Taxi** — cost A$45–A$65, journey 25–40 min, wait 0–10 min, payment Card & Cash.
   - Pros: Metered
   - Cons: A$4 airport fee
4. **Con-x-ion shuttle** — cost A$25–A$45, journey 45–70 min, wait Varies, payment Card.
   - Pros: Direct to hotel
   - Cons: Multiple stops

## First 30 minutes after landing at BNE

1. Follow Airtrain signs from baggage claim
2. Buy ticket online for discount (A$22 at gate)
3. Train every 15 min to Central
4. For Uber/Didi follow rideshare signs
5. Plan 25–45 min to CBD

## Common scams at BNE

- **Off-meter taxi** (low risk): Driver claims meter is broken. _How to avoid:_ Use the meter or switch to rideshare.
- **Fake shuttle ticket** (low risk): Person sells fake shuttle in arrivals. _How to avoid:_ Only book official Con-x-ion or use Airtrain.

## Payment warnings at BNE

- Contactless tap on Airtrain
- Taxis accept cards

## Arrival checklist for BNE

- Airtrain A$22
- Uber for groups
- Pre-book online for discount

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Last updated: May 2026

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