Getting Here

Northshore Hamilton is well-connected with easy access to the Brisbane CBD via CityCat, bus, train, car, rideshare and bicycle. Close to all major arterials, and adjacent to the Gateway Motorway, the precinct is easily accessible from the Gold and Sunshine Coasts, and around 10 minutes from Brisbane International Airport.

A range of public transport options operate from the Hamilton area. Plan your trip to or from Northshore Hamilton (located in Hamilton) via Translink or read more about available services below.

View the Precinct Plan

Getting to Northshore By Ferry

There are 2 CityCat terminals at Northshore Hamilton – Brett’s Wharf terminal at the western end and Northshore Hamilton terminal at the eastern end, located near the Northshore Riverside Park.

There are over 50 departures from the Northshore Hamilton and Brett’s Wharf terminals each day (Monday to Friday).

A CityCat departs approximately every 15-20 minutes during peak times, plus an additional 5 express services from Brett’s Wharf.

Further information regarding CityCat services

Getting to Northshore By Train

We are only a short 15-minute walk away from two railway stations, Doomben and Ascot.

Doomben Line connects to other lines at Eagle Junction, only a few stops away.

Getting to Northshore By Bike

A riverside bike path can take you all the way from the Brisbane CBD to Northshore Hamilton.

Enjoy dedicated bike paths which grants access throughout the precinct.

Plan your journey here.

Two people riding bicycles on a path by a waterfront.

Getting to Northshore By Car & Rideshare

Northshore Hamilton is accessible off Kingsford Smith Drive via Theodore Street, Remora Road and Northshore Way, allowing easy access from all directions.

Portside Wharf Parking: Underground parking is available. Please click here for costs and access hours.

Event Parking: If you are visiting Northshore Hamilton for an event, there is often free parking available nearby. To find out more about events at Northshore Hamilton, visit our What’s On page.

Superordinary: Dock B Car Park is the best car park for easy access.

Eat Street: Dock C and Dock D Car Parks are your best spots for easy access to Eat Street on the weekends. This is free.

Dock A Car Park at 92 MacArthur Avenue has now closed to allow for the start of early works on the Northshore Roads Program. This car park has relocated to the south side of MacArthur Avenue. The new Dock A Car Park is located at 97 MacArthur Avenue. Alternate parking is also available at Docks B, C and D, as detailed above.

Car park terms and conditions

Getting to Northshore By Bus

More than 30 bus services travel to and from Brett’s Wharf and the CBD in the mornings (approximately every 10 minutes).

25-minute bus ride to and from the CBD, or just over 10 minutes to Fortitude Valley.

Services run to and from the Northshore Hamilton area along Kingsford Smith Drive, regularly stopping at Brett’s Wharf and Racecourse Road, Hamilton.

Majority of bus services also travel to and from South Bank and the Cultural Centre via the CBD.

Enhanced bus services improving connection to Northshore Hamilton are expected in the coming year.

More detail on bus timetables or information about Translink.

Getting to Northshore By Foot

Whichever end of Northshore Hamilton you land at, Northshore’s shaded, riverfront paths ensure you can get to where you want to be.

Extending from Brett’s Wharf to Portside Wharf, enjoy a riverfront walk to shops, cafes and bars.

Pedestrian access extends along MacArthur Ave through to Eat Street, then on to Hamilton Reach along the river’s edge.