Transport

Transport that fits your lifestyle 

Reliable public transport connects Redlands Coast to Brisbane, local communities and our bay islands.

Redlands Coast is well connected to Brisbane and South East Queensland through an integrated public transport network, making it easy to commute, travel locally or access the bay islands.

TransLink provides bus, train and ferry services across the Redlands Coast, connecting residents and visitors to Brisbane CBD, key employment hubs and surrounding regions. Planning your journeys is simple using TransLink’s real‑time tools and a single ticketing system. Use the TransLink journey planner, route timetables, and the Translink app to help you reach your destination, using all services or just one.

Public transport options

Buses

Regular bus services connect Redlands Coast suburbs including Capalaba, Cleveland, Victoria Point, Redland Bay and Mt Cotton with major destinations such as Carindale, Brisbane City and the Logan Hyperdome.

Key services include:

  • Route 250
  • Route 280
  • Route 282

Bus services also link with train stations and ferry terminals to ensure smooth connections between transport modes.

Search TransLink for bus timetables and other transport.

Trains

The Cleveland train line provides direct rail services from Redlands Coast stations to Brisbane, offering a reliable option for daily commuting and city access.

Search TransLink for Cleveland train timetables and other transport.

Ferries

Passenger ferry services connect the mainland to North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) and the Southern Moreton Bay Islands, with services often timed to align with bus connections.

Passenger ferry services operate to:

  • Coochiemudlo Island
  • North Stradbroke Island (SeaLink and Stradbroke Flyer)
  • Russell Island
  • Lamb Island
  • MacLeay Island
  • Karragarra Island

Search TransLink for island ferry timetables and other transport.

Getting to the islands

Travel to North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah), Coochiemudlo Island and the Southern Moreton Bay Islands is easy via regular ferry services from Redlands Coast terminals.

If you wish to take your vehicle, vehicular ferry services can be booked online:

  • Coochiemudlo Island – Amity Trader Vehicular Barge
  • North Stradbroke Island – SeaLink North Stradbroke Island
  • Southern Moreton Bay Islands – SeaLink Bay Islands (QLD)

Bus services also connect the Redlands Coast mainland to ferry terminals, including services linking with Dunwich on North Stradbroke Island.

Planning and paying for travel

Translink Journey Planner

Use the TransLink Journey Planner to access real‑time information on routes, timetables, stops and service updates.

go card - your ticket to travel

The go card is TransLink’s electronic ticketing system and can be used across all buses, trains and ferries in South-East Queensland, providing seamless and convenient travel.

Fares

Public transport fares across Translink services in South East Queensland are charged at a 50 cent flat rate, regardless of distance, with transfers included.

Non‑Translink services operate separately with their own ticketing, fares, and conditions, so passengers need to check directly with those operators for pricing details.

Visit TransLink for more information about ticketing across South East QueenslandNorth Stradbroke Island and non‑Translink services.

Accessible and community transport – STAR Community Services

STAR Community Services provides door‑to‑door transport for elderly residents, people who are frail, and people with disabilities across the Redlands Coast mainland.

  • Available Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
  • Phone STAR Community Services on (07) 3821 6699 to book
  • Government subsidy may be available for those aged 65 years and over
  • The service is also available as part of an NDIS package.