South Brisbane station opened in 1881, as Melbourne Street making it the second oldest train station in Brisbane. In September 1930, the standard gauge opened and South Brisbane was the terminus however only two platforms were constructed as it was only intended to be temporary until a bridge was constructed over the Brisbane River. The following year the Yeerongpilly to Corinda line provided the link for interstate services to cross the river. On 18 November 1978, the Merivale Bridge opened linking Roma Street and South Brisbane stations. On 18 September 1982, the line was electrified through the station from Roma Street to Kingston. In 1995, the standard gauge to the west of the station was converted to a dual gauge for the Gold Coast line. On 27 April 2001, the station was renamed South Brisbane as it is located in the southern end of Brisbane CBD.
South Brisbane station has three platforms consisting of an island platform and a side platform. Platform 1 is for outbound services, platform 2 is for inbound services and platform 3 is for selected peak services.
South Brisbane station has one station entrance which is from Grey Street
South Brisbane does have disability access.
Cultural Centre busway station is located adjacent to South Brisbane station which is served by many bus services.
