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Brisbane Cruise Terminal · Portside Wharf · BICT

Brisbane Cruise
Terminal transfers.

Start and end your cruise the right way. Private door-to-door transfers between Brisbane's cruise terminals, Brisbane Airport, CBD, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast. Large vehicles for all your luggage.

Both Brisbane terminals serviced
Airport connections arranged
Large vehicle fleet
Luggage assistance included
🚢 Brisbane International Cruise Terminal (BICT)
Luggage Point, Pinkenba · ~8 km from Brisbane Airport · ~10 km from CBD
🚢 Portside Wharf
39 Hercules St, Hamilton · ~12 km from Brisbane Airport · ~6 km from CBD
Pickup location
Cruise terminal
Cruise / ship name (optional)
Date
Time
Passengers
Vehicle (cruise passengers often need extra space)
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Economy
From $49
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Business
From $85
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Van / Group
From $99
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Coach
On request
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Fixed fare · No hidden extras
Distance
Est. time
Vehicle
✓ Fixed fare
✓ Luggage assistance
✓ Free cancellation
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Both terminals servicedBICT Luggage Point & Portside Wharf
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Luggage assistanceAlways included, no extra charge
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Groups welcome2–2,000 passengers catered for
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Airport connectionsBNE Domestic & International

Brisbane's cruise terminals

Two terminals.
One seamless service.

Brisbane International Cruise Terminal

BICT · Luggage Point, Pinkenba QLD 4008

Brisbane's primary purpose-built cruise terminal, located at Luggage Point in Pinkenba. This is the home berth for major cruise lines including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and P&O, and handles the majority of Brisbane's international cruise traffic.

  • Address: 700 Kingsford Smith Dr, Pinkenba QLD 4008
  • ~8 km from Brisbane Airport — approximately 15 min drive
  • ~10 km from Brisbane CBD — approximately 20 min drive
  • Large baggage handling area and drop-off zone
  • Passenger check-in and departure facilities on site
  • No public transport — private transfer recommended
To BNE Airport
~15 min · from $49
To CBD
~20 min · from $55
To Gold Coast
~65 min · from $99
To Sunshine Coast
~95 min · from $125

Portside Wharf

Hamilton · 39 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007

Portside Wharf at Hamilton is a multi-use precinct on the Brisbane River that also functions as a cruise terminal for smaller vessels and select cruise line itineraries. It is located in the inner north of Brisbane, close to the airport and CBD.

  • Address: 39 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007
  • ~12 km from Brisbane Airport — approximately 20–25 min drive
  • ~6 km from Brisbane CBD — approximately 15 min drive
  • Dining and retail precinct adjacent to the wharf
  • Parking available on site (fees apply)
  • Bus services available, but limited for heavy luggage
To BNE Airport
~20 min · from $55
To CBD
~15 min · from $49
To Gold Coast
~65 min · from $99
To Sunshine Coast
~95 min · from $125

Popular cruise transfer routes

Fixed fares to every destination.

Most popular
Airport → BICT
BNE International or Domestic → Luggage Point
$49 from
⏱ ~15 min · ~8 km
Post-cruise
BICT → Airport
Luggage Point → BNE Domestic or International
$49 from
⏱ ~15 min · ~8 km
City transfer
BICT → Brisbane CBD
Luggage Point → City hotels & CBD
$55 from
⏱ ~20 min · ~10 km
Gold Coast
BICT → Gold Coast
Luggage Point → Surfers Paradise · Broadbeach
$99 from
⏱ ~65 min · ~82 km
Sunshine Coast
BICT → Sunshine Coast
Luggage Point → Maroochydore · Mooloolaba
$125 from
⏱ ~95 min · ~105 km
Noosa
BICT → Noosa Heads
Luggage Point → Noosa Heads & surrounds
$155 from
⏱ ~115 min · ~139 km

Pricing — BICT Luggage Point

Fixed cruise fares, all included.

DestinationEconomyBusinessVan / GroupEst. Time
Brisbane Airport (BNE)$49$79$99~15 minBook →
Brisbane CBD$55$89$109~20 minBook →
Portside Wharf, Hamilton$35$55$69~10 minBook →
Surfers Paradise / Gold Coast$99$159$185~65 minBook →
Coolangatta / Gold Coast Airport$119$189$215~80 minBook →
Sunshine Coast / Maroochydore$125$199$235~95 minBook →
Noosa Heads$155$239$279~115 minBook →

All fares include tolls, GST, and luggage assistance. Large group (coach) bookings available on request — call 0448 588 156. Portside Wharf pricing is similar; contact us for a specific quote.

Why book a private cruise transfer?

Cruise travel is different.

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You have a lot more luggage
Cruise passengers typically travel with 2–4 large suitcases each, plus carry-on bags. Our vans and group vehicles are designed for this. Standard taxis and rideshares often can't accommodate it — and public transport is simply not realistic.
Timing matters more on a cruise
Miss your departure window and the ship leaves without you. We're punctual, we know the terminals, and we can account for the time needed to check in large luggage at the wharf. We don't leave timing to chance.
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Terminals aren't easy to reach
The BICT at Luggage Point has no direct public transport. Portside Wharf has some bus access but is impractical with luggage. A private transfer is the only stress-free option — and with our fixed fares, there are no surprises.
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Airport + cruise combos
Many cruise passengers fly into Brisbane the day before or depart the same day. We can coordinate the full journey: airport arrival → hotel → cruise terminal, or cruise terminal → airport departure, as a single booking with one fixed fare.
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Comfortable for all ages
Cruise passengers include families, seniors, and travellers with mobility needs. Our drivers are patient, experienced, and trained to assist with boarding, luggage loading, and any special requirements. Just let us know when you book.
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Large groups handled
Through the Waggie Group network we can coordinate transfers for entire passenger groups — conference groups, tour groups, or large families — with multiple vehicles moving together. Call us for a group quote.

Cruise lines we service

Every line.
Every passenger.

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Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Splendor · Carnival Luminosa · based at BICT
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P&O Australia
Pacific Adventure · Pacific Encounter · BICT & Portside
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Royal Caribbean
Spectrum of the Seas · Quantum of the Seas · seasonal
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Princess Cruises
Coral Princess · Grand Princess · Majestic Princess
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Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Solstice · Celebrity Eclipse · Pacific seasons
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Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Spirit · Norwegian Jewel · Australia seasons
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Holland America
Eurodam · Noordam · Pacific and Australian itineraries
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All other lines
We service all cruise lines calling at Brisbane — contact us for any vessel or itinerary.

Verified reviews

What cruise passengers
say about us.

★★★★★

Four people, eight massive suitcases, two carry-ons. The van driver didn't even blink — loaded everything, got us to BICT with 45 minutes to spare. We start every cruise with Airport Shuttle Services now.

GH
Gary H.
Brisbane Airport → BICT
Verified Google review
★★★★★

We fly into Brisbane the night before every Pacific cruise. Airport Shuttle Services does the airport run, we sleep at the hotel, and they pick us up for the terminal the next morning. Perfect system — highly recommend.

MB
Margaret B.
BNE Airport → Hotel → BICT
Verified Google review
★★★★★

After 10 days at sea, the last thing you want is to figure out transport. Driver was waiting at Portside Wharf as we walked off, helped with luggage, and had us at the Gold Coast in just over an hour. Perfect end to a great holiday.

SJ
Sandra J.
Portside Wharf → Gold Coast
Verified Google review

Flying in or out of Brisbane?

Many cruise passengers need an airport transfer as part of their trip. We can arrange the complete journey — flights and cruise terminal — as a seamless, single booking with one point of contact and fixed fares throughout.

Frequently asked questions

Brisbane Cruise
transfer FAQs.

Brisbane has two cruise terminals. The Brisbane International Cruise Terminal (BICT) is located at Luggage Point, Pinkenba QLD 4008 — approximately 8 km from Brisbane Airport and 10 km from the CBD. Portside Wharf is located at 39 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007 — approximately 12 km from Brisbane Airport and 6 km from the CBD. We service both terminals.
We recommend booking at least 48 hours in advance. For large groups, popular cruise departure dates (especially summer and school holidays), or multi-vehicle requirements, book as early as possible. We do accept last-minute bookings subject to vehicle availability — call us on 0448 588 156 for urgent requests.
Our Van / Group class (recommended for cruise transfers) accommodates up to 7 passengers and 8+ large suitcases comfortably. For groups with very large volumes of luggage, oversized items, or more than 7 passengers, we can coordinate multiple vehicles or a coach. Please note any special luggage requirements in your booking or call us to discuss.
Yes. We can arrange multi-stop journeys — for example, Brisbane Airport to your hotel on arrival day, then hotel to the cruise terminal on departure day — as a single booking with fixed fares for each leg. This is our most popular cruise package. Call 0448 588 156 or email bookings@airportshuttleservices.com.au to arrange the full itinerary.
Most cruise lines recommend arriving at the terminal 2–3 hours before the vessel's scheduled departure time. For large ships (3,000+ passengers), allow 3 hours. BICT at Luggage Point typically opens for passenger check-in approximately 3 hours before departure. Your cruise documentation will confirm your specific boarding window.
Yes. Through our Waggie Group partner network — including Aussie Kiwi Tours, Cooee Tours, and Gold Coast Tour operators — we can arrange theme park transfers (Dreamworld, Movie World, Sea World, Wet'n'Wild) and day tours as part of your cruise pre- or post-stay. Visit our theme parks page or tours page for more.