Brisbane Airport to CBD: Shared Shuttle with Meet & Greet

Your Flight Lands Late, but the Driver's Still There

You arrive at Brisbane Airport, check in at the Con-X-ion counter, and board a shared shuttle that takes you straight to your CBD hotel. The driver meets you at arrivals, handles the route, and drops you at your door: no taxis, no bus stops, no luggage drama. Shuttles depart every 40 minutes and cost less than a cab ride.

Step-by-step itinerary

Airport transfer to Brisbane CBD hotel

• Meet personal greeter at airport
• Board Con-x-ion shuttle
• Travel to Brisbane CBD accommodation
• Arrive at hotel door

The experience

The thing about landing at Brisbane Airport without a plan is that suddenly you're standing in arrivals with two bags, no local SIM, and a hotel address on your phone that might as well be written in code. Con-X-ion's shared shuttle solves that before you even leave the terminal. There's a check-in counter right there in both the International and Domestic sections, and the staff point you toward the coach bay. You hand over your flight details and hotel address, and that's it: no negotiating with taxi drivers, no hunting for the bus stop with luggage, no surge pricing at 11pm.

The shuttle runs every 40 minutes to Brisbane CBD hotels, including Kangaroo Point, so you're not waiting around for hours. The vehicle is air-conditioned, seats up to 21 passengers, and the driver knows the route cold. You get a meet-and-greet at arrivals, someone actually looking for you, and then a direct transfer straight to your hotel door. No intermediate stops, no detours. It's the kind of thing that sounds small until you're jet-lagged and just want to drop your bag and sleep.

One thing to know: you get one suitcase and one carry-on per person. If you're traveling with oversized gear (surfboards, golf clubs, bikes), you'll need to check with the operator before you book, because those have restrictions. And if your hotel happens to be at 18 Tank Street (Evolution Apartments), you'll actually pick up from The Mercure North Quay instead, so read your confirmation carefully. The service runs seven days a week and meets your flight, which means whether you land on a Tuesday morning or Friday night, there's a coach waiting.

What’s included

Your transfer includes hotel pickup and drop-off at your Brisbane CBD accommodation, a meet-and-greet service at the airport, an English-speaking driver, and air-conditioned transport in a 21-seater mini coach. The shuttle operates between Brisbane Airport and Brisbane CBD hotels (including Kangaroo Point), or between the airport and Gold Coast CBD and Broadbeach hotels, depending on which option you select at booking.

Options for this experience

3 options

Brisbane Airport to Brisbane hotelsNo fixed timeShared transfer from Brisbane Airport to Brisbane accommodation or Brisbane Transit Centre, pickup is included

Brisbane hotels to Brisbane AirportNo fixed timeShared transfer from Brisbane accommodation or Brisbane Transit Centre to Brisbane Airport, pickup is included

Return trip between the airport and BNE hotelsNo fixed timeReturn trip between the airport and Brisbane accommodation and/or Brisbane Transit Centre, includes pickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (14 and older) · Child (1 to 13 years) · Infant (under 1): free

GroupUp to 10

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 5 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Con-X-ion Airport Transfers

Is this one for you?Ideal if you're landing without a rental car and want to avoid the taxi queue or figuring out public transport with luggage: the fixed price and direct route to your door mean you know exactly what you're paying and when you'll arrive.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 13 years); Infant (under 1): free.

How often do the shuttles run?

Every 40 minutes, seven days a week, to match incoming flights.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes. You'll provide your flight number, arrival time, and hotel address when booking. Your transfer is confirmed instantly and you'll receive a voucher to show the driver.

What if my flight is delayed?

If you miss your allocated shuttle and it's not the last service of the day, contact the operator and you'll be put on the next available coach. If you miss the final service, you'll need to arrange alternative transport at your own cost, though a refund will be issued for that leg.

Can I bring extra luggage?

Each passenger is allowed one suitcase and one carry-on bag. Oversized items like surfboards or golf clubs may have restrictions. Confirm with the operator before booking.

Is the shuttle air-conditioned?

Yes, and it's a 21-seater mini coach designed for passenger comfort.

Does the shuttle go to Gold Coast hotels?

Yes, you can select Gold Coast CBD or Broadbeach hotels at booking. If you book the Brisbane option but your hotel is actually on the Gold Coast, you'll pay the difference directly to the operator.

Where do I check in?

There are Con-X-ion check-in counters at both International and Domestic terminals.