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Sydney to Brisbane One Way Campervan Rental

Planning a campervan road trip from Sydney to Brisbane? Did you know you can rent a campervan one way? Compare vehicles from several campervan hire companies offering one way rentals from Sydney to Brisbane.

It's also possible to travel in the opposite direction: from Brisbane to Sydney

Popular Campervans

Find the perfect camper for your travel needs.

  • Euro Deluxe 6

    Euro Deluxe 6

    Apollo

    Automatic · Toilet · Shower

  • Alpha 2-Berth

    Alpha 2-Berth

    Spaceships

    Automatic

  • Drift

    Drift

    Hippie

    Manual

  • Champ

    Champ

    Jucy

    Automatic

  • 6-Berth Discovery

    6-Berth Discovery

    Cruisin

    Automatic · Toilet · Shower

  • 2-Berth Highball

    2-Berth Highball

    Mighty

    Manual

  • 6-Berth Motorhome

    6-Berth Motorhome

    Cheapa Campa

    Automatic or manual · Toilet · Shower

  • River Elite

    River Elite

    Maui

    Automatic · Toilet · Shower

  • Sleeper Van

    Sleeper Van

    Leisure Rent

    Automatic

  • Deluxe Motorhome

    Deluxe Motorhome

    Leisure Rent

    Automatic · Toilet · Shower

  • Coaster

    Coaster

    Jucy

    Automatic · Porta-potty toilet

  • Comfort Standard Select

    Comfort Standard Select

    Indie Campers

    Automatic · Toilet · Shower

Sydney to Brisbane One Way Itinerary

This road trip from Sydney to Brisbane will see you travelling approximately 1,000 km along Australia's east coast

  1. Part 1

    Sydney to the Blue Mountains

    Distance: 60-100 km

    Estimated driving time: 1-1.5h

    Things to see:

    • Blue Mountains
    • Opera House
    • Harbour Bridge
    • Bondi Beach
  2. Part 2

    Blue Mountains to Hunter Valley

    Distance: 250-300 km

    Estimated driving time: 3.5-4h

    Attractions along the way:

    • Barrington Tops National Park
    • Wineries
  3. Part 3

    Hunter Valley to Port Macquarie

    Distance: 240 km

    Estimated driving time: 3-3.5h

    Things to see on the way:

    • Koala Hospital
    • Tacking Point Lighthouse
    • Lighthouse Beach
  4. Part 4

    Port Macquarie to Coffs Harbour

    Distance: 150-170 km

    Estimated driving time: 1.5-2h

    Popular Attractions:

    • The Big Banana
    • Dorrigo National Park
    • Muttonbird Island
    • Butterfly House
  5. Part 5

    Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay

    Distance 230-250km

    Estimated driving time: 2.5-3h

    Things to see:

    • Cape Byron Lighthouse
    • Tallow Beach
    • Arakwal National Park
  6. Part 6

    Byron Bay to the Gold Coast

    Distance: 100km

    Estimated driving time: 1.5-2h

    Popular attractions:

    • Surfers Paradise
    • Theme Parks
    • Whale Watching
    • Springbrook National Park
  7. Part 7

    Gold Coast to Brisbane

    Distance: 80-100km

    Estimated driving time: 1-1.5h

    Things to see:

    • Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
    • South bank
    • Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
    • Queen Street Mall

Popular Attractions Along the Way

Blue Mountains

The Blue Mountains are located west of Sydney in NSW, Australia. The mountains, which are part of a national park, are located in an area offering many outdoor activities.

There are numerous hiking trails in the area, with some offering the opportunity to see the famous Three Sisters, an unusual rock formation that is considered a popular tourist attraction.

Queen Street Mall

With an opening day in 1982 – just in time for the Commonwealth Games that year – Queen Street Mall is Brisbane’s premier shopping lifestyle precinct. More than 500 retailers make their home along the 500-metre mall, including the flagship stores of many major brands. The Mall includes 7 shopping centres, heritage-listed arcades, numerous eateries, a bowling alley, and a cinema.

Hunter Valley

Located north of Sydney, the Hunter Valley is a famous wine region in Australia. The region is home to many outdoor activities, including golf courses, cycle tracks and hiking trails. Many of the wineries in the area offer guided tours as well as tastings.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Set right on Brisbane River, Lone Pine is about 12 km from Brisbane’s CBD and is the oldest and largest koala sanctuary in Australia. Over 100 koalas make their home at Lone Pine, as well as Tasmanian Devils, snakes, echidnas, wombats, platypuses and dingoes. Kangaroos, wallabies and emus free range and there are opportunities to get up close, take photos and feed certain animals. (Koala holding/cuddling experiences ceased from 1 July 2024; Lone Pine instead offers up-close koala experiences.) Koala talks are held twice daily and there are also several shows with lorikeets, raptors, sheep dogs and more.

Springbrook National Park

Located just a short distance from Gold Coast City in the Hinterland is Springbrook National Park. The park is a great place to see beautiful rainforest scenery and stunning waterfalls. There are also opportunities for camping, making it a perfect stop on your road trip throughout Queensland.

Surfers Paradise

Located on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Surfers Paradise is a seaside neighbourhood famous for its beaches, skyscrapers and lively nightlife. The area is home to many of the Gold Coast's best restaurants and cafes, with many of the high-rise buildings offering spectacular views of the surrounding seaside.

Theme Parks

The Gold Coast is home to some of Australia's best theme parks. Just a short distance from each other, you’ll find Warner Bros. Movie World, Dreamworld and Sea World as well as two water parks: Wet’n’Wild and WhiteWater World. The companies offer multi-day passes, giving you the opportunity to visit multiple parks over a few days.

Whale Watching

Every year between June to October, whales migrate along the east coast of Australia. The Gold Coast is a popular place to see these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. Many companies offer guided tours or cruises.

Cultural Precinct/South Bank

A fixture on Brisbane’s South Bank, just across the Brisbane River from the CBD, the Brisbane Cultural Precinct is comprised of the Queensland Cultural Centre (QCC) as well as other museums, eateries, gardens, and pedestrian areas. The cultural centre, which contains the Queensland Art Gallery, Queensland Museum, Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), the State Library, and the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, is an architecturally significant example of 1970’s modernism, and several of its buildings are Heritage-listed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any one-way rental fees?

Campervan rental companies may charge a one-way rental fee. If there is such a fee we will include it in the rental price listed in our comparison tool.

Can I travel in the opposite direction - from Brisbane to Sydney?

Yes - simply use the search tool at the top of this page to check availability.

Where can I park overnight in Sydney?

It’s recommended you stay in a holiday park or designated campsite. Free camping is not allowed in the city itself and is only allowed at designated sites throughout Australia. Most caravan parks are located away from the city centre.

Some popular campsites include: NRMA Lakeside Holiday Park, Cattai National Park Campground and Patonga Camping Ground.

If you wish to explore Sydney CBD and other city attractions like Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, Bondi Beach or the Opera House, plan ahead. It's best to avoid peak traffic hours and to plan where to park ahead of time, especially if you're in a large motorhome.

Can I pick up a campervan rental around the Northern Beaches?

Currently, all the major motorhome rental brands have their Sydney branch close to Sydney Airport, on the southside.

Do I have to pay a bond (security deposit) when renting my vehicle?

When renting a vehicle, it is standard to be charged a bond (security deposit), also known as ‘excess’, which is the amount the renter is liable to cover in the event of an accident or damage to the vehicle.

The bond amount fluctuates based on the insurance package selected at the time of rental and is charged and debited on the renters’ credit or debit card.

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