Route 569 links Brisbane Airport to nearby suburbs
Route 569 is a Brisbane City Council suburban bus that passes through the Brisbane Airport precinct, connecting the Domestic and International terminals to surrounding areas on the north side. It runs as part of the Translink network, so standard go card and paper ticket fares apply across zones 1–13. This isn’t an Airtrain replacement into Brisbane CBD, but it can be useful if you’re heading to local suburbs or staff areas around the airport instead of the city centre.
The bus stops at both Brisbane International and Domestic terminals at street level on Airport Drive, not on the Airtrain platforms. You’ll see Translink signage with “569” listed and standard green Brisbane City Council buses pulling in. The airport sits around 13 km from Brisbane CBD by road, so using 569 plus a train or another bus can cut costs compared to a straight taxi or rideshare from the terminal.
Route 569 falls under standard Translink go card fares, with off-peak discounts of around 20% versus paper tickets. You tap on and tap off at the front door readers, and drivers can sell single paper tickets in Australian dollars if you don’t have a go card yet. Compared with the Airtrain airport surcharge, this can be significantly cheaper for multi-leg suburban trips, especially if you’re crossing only one or two zones beyond the airport.
Typical travel time from the International Terminal stop to nearby suburbs on route 569 sits in the 15–35 minute range, depending on traffic along Airport Drive and the industrial precincts. Buses use regular roads, not a dedicated busway, so peak-hour delays around 7–9 a.m. and 4–6 p.m. are normal. Build a 20-minute buffer if you’re connecting to another Translink bus or a suburban train at your destination stop.
Route 569 timetables vary by day, with more frequent trips on weekdays and reduced services on weekends and public holidays. First and last services shift slightly between Monday–Friday and Saturday–Sunday, so check the Translink journey planner or app with the exact date. Don’t assume a late-night bus after your 22:30 arrival; some evening gaps can stretch beyond 30–40 minutes.
Step-by-step: using Brisbane City Council Bus Route 569
- 1. Find the stop: After exiting International or Domestic, follow signs to “Buses & Coaches” on Airport Drive and look for stop signage showing route number 569.
- 2. Check the next bus time: Use the Translink app, website, or QR code at the stop to confirm the next 569 departure and planned arrival time at your chosen stop.
- 3. Sort your ticket: Buy a paper single ticket from the driver or tap a go card/credit card on the reader; fares follow standard Translink zone pricing from the airport.
- 4. Board and tap on: Enter through the front door only, tell the driver your stop if paying cash, and tap on with your go card or contactless card on the reader.
- 5. Watch the stop names: Listen to the automated announcements or watch the onboard display; the airport is in Brisbane’s north, and many stops reference nearby industrial estates or local shopping centres.
- 6. Tap off when you exit: Tap your go card or contactless card at the rear or front door readers as you leave to avoid default maximum-zone charges.
One tip: screenshot the 569 timetable and route map in the terminal on airport Wi‑Fi before you step outside; mobile reception near some industrial stops around Brisbane Airport can be patchy.