CityCat services
CityCat services operate daily between UQ St Lucia and Northshore Hamilton ferry terminals. These services deliver over 800 services each week, for residents, commuters, and visitors.
The Express CityCat services, which operate during peak periods on weekdays, provide 145 services each week. These services offer faster travel from selected terminals. Passengers can travel from Hawthorne to Riverside in as little as 15 minutes.
Council is thrilled to welcome two CityDogs to the Ferry Network. Two of Council’s CityCats, Gootcha and Kuluwin, have been brilliantly transformed into Bluey and Bingo, the lovable Heeler sisters from Brisbane’s own backyard.
Generation 4 double-decker CityCats
Brisbane City Council launched the Generation 4 double-decker CityCat vessel Yoogera in November 2019, and the second, Neville Bonner, in August 2020, providing more opportunities to connect the people and places that make our city great. The third vessel Mianjin II was launched in April 2021, and the fourth, Barrambin II, in October 2021. The fifth Generation 4 double-decker CityCat Mooroolbin II was launched in May 2022. In December 2022, CityCat Kurilpa II was the sixth vessel launched. In July 2023 Binkinba II, was the seventh Generation 4 double-decker launched. In April 2024, Tuguluwa II, was the eight Generation 4 double decker launched.
Council is delivering two more Generation 4 double-decker CityCats to complement and replace two more of the existing vessels nearing the end of their serviceable lifespan.
This is all part of our plan to deliver a modern public transport network that represents the evolution of river travel and enhances the passenger experience.
Generation 4 double-decker CityCat schedule
| CityCat number | CityCat name | Delivery date |
|---|---|---|
| CityCat 30 and CityCat 31 | To be announced | 2025 |
Generation 4 double-decker CityCat features
Generation 4 double-decker CityCat features include:
- the ability to carry a total of 170 passengers
- an upper deck, providing seating for 20 passengers
- upper deck shade sail protection (CityCat 26 onwards)
- rear deck seating for 16 passengers and space for 10 bikes
- an open front deck with a clear viewing pane below the handrail
- up to six dedicated wheelchair and mobility scooter areas
- lower windows in sections of the main cabin, allowing passengers in mobility devices and children to enjoy the view
- table and lounge seating options including USB device charging ports
- hearing augmentation loops
- all CityCats have toilet facilities available onboard for customer convenience.
For more information on CityCat accessibility, including wheelchair-accessible ferry terminals, view the Translink website.
Express CityCats
Express CityCat services operate on standard routes along the Brisbane River during peak periods.
Eastern Express CityCats provide services every 15 minutes between Apollo Road and Riverside in peak times (approximately 7-9am and 4-6.30pm weekdays, excluding public holidays). These Express CityCats stop at Apollo Road, Bretts Wharf, Bulimba, Hawthorne, and Riverside, saving commuters up to 12 minutes.
Western Express CityCats provide services between West End and QUT Gardens Point every 15 to 30 minutes in peak times (approximately 7-8.30am and 4-6pm weekdays, excluding public holidays). These Express CityCats stop at West End, Guyatt Park, Regatta, Milton, North Quay and QUT Gardens Point.
Timetables
The CityCat timetable, incorporating Express CityCat services, is available on the TransLink website.
Brisbane just keeps getting better.
The double-decker CityCats, Yoogera, Neville Bonner, and Mianjin II are here.
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