Rideshare
BrisbaneByron Bay
Rides and lift requests posted by backpackers, live right now. Share the fuel, share the driving, make a mate.
Brisbane to Byron Bay
No rides on this route right now
Be the first. Post your ride or your request and the next backpacker heading this way will find it here.
The drive
The usual way is via the Gold Coast and the M1.
- Fuel is split, not priced. "Happy to share fuel costs" is the norm.
- Watch for brand-new profiles, "only one seat left, hurry" and requests to pay by bank transfer first.
Never pay in advance by bank transfer. Meet in a public place.
Good to know
How much should I pay for a ride?
Most rides on this route split the fuel instead of charging a price. Agree the amount before you leave, and pay in person on the day, never in advance by bank transfer.
Can I share the driving?
Many long rides look for a co-driver. You need a full licence, not a learner or provisional one. If yours is from overseas, check the rules for the state you drive in.
What is a car relocation?
Hire companies pay for someone to move a car or campervan between cities. It is often free, sometimes with fuel covered. Drivers post them here and look for riders.