Carpool and rideshare across Brisbane
Brisbane is Australia's fastest-growing capital and its road network is feeling it. RideMates connects you with drivers heading the same way so you can split tolls on the M1, fuel on the Bruce Highway, and weekend runs to the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and Byron.
Popular routes
Rides out of Brisbane
The routes drivers post most often. Tap through for live pricing, stops, and what to expect.
Brisbane
to Gold Coast
Brisbane
to Sunshine Coast
Brisbane
to Byron Bay
Brisbane
to Sydney
Brisbane
to Toowoomba
Brisbane
to Cairns
Why Brisbane
Built for the way Brisbane moves
M1 without the tolls
Gateway, Clem7, Legacy Way, Airport Link. Tolls stack up fast in Brisbane. Split them with two or three passengers and the run to the Gold Coast suddenly costs nothing.
Weekend coast trips, sorted
Almost every Friday afternoon there are dozens of rides heading to Byron, Burleigh, and Noosa. Passenger spots go fast, but so do driver listings.
Get to the airport without surge
Brisbane Airport is one of the most requested pickup points on RideMates. Share the M7 toll and the fuel with someone on your flight.
Coverage
Rides from every corner of Brisbane
Drivers post rides from across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, including:
FAQ
Brisbane carpooling questions
Can I carpool from Brisbane to the Gold Coast?
Yes. Brisbane to Gold Coast is one of the most popular routes on RideMates. Short-distance rides like this hit the $10 minimum driver seat price, so passengers typically pay around $12 to $14 per seat.
How much does a rideshare from Brisbane to Sydney cost?
Brisbane to Sydney carpools typically cost $58 to $78 per seat. That's well under half the cost of a Greyhound bus and cheaper than most last-minute flights.
Is RideMates available in regional Queensland?
Yes. Drivers post rides from Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, Hervey Bay, Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Mackay, Townsville, and Cairns.
How do I verify a driver?
Every RideMates driver can complete identity verification with a government ID and selfie. Verified drivers show a blue tick. You can also see their rating and reviews from previous passengers.
Further reading
More on rideshare in Brisbane
Carpool in other Australian cities
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