Eagle Street Crane Works and Logan Motorway Closures: Brisbane Friday Commute Guide

Major Traffic Disruptions and Roadworks for Friday, 20 March 2026

Brisbane commuters should prepare for significant changes to traffic conditions as we head into the weekend. A combination of essential crane works in the CBD and major motorway upgrades will impact several key arterial routes starting this evening. Whether you are heading home from the city or planning a late-night trip across the south-west, here is everything you need to know to stay ahead of the delays.

CBD Alert: Eagle Street Full Closure

The most significant impact for city drivers begins tonight. Due to scheduled crane works, a full closure will be in place on Eagle Street between Charlotte Street and Market Street. These changes are set to commence at 8:00 PM tonight, Friday, 20 March, and will remain in effect until 5:00 AM Monday. Additionally, a contra-flow arrangement will be implemented on Market Street between Mary Street and Charlotte Street to manage local access.

• Eagle Street: Full closure between Creek Street and Mary Street for planned roadworks.
• Diversions: Police and traffic controllers will be on-site to assist. Motorists are encouraged to use Margaret Street or Elizabeth Street as alternatives for North Quay access.

Motorway and Suburban Roadworks

Southside and Western Corridor commuters face several disruptions tonight. Major works on the Logan Motorway will restrict eastbound travel during the overnight hours.

• Logan Motorway: Eastbound lanes will be closed between Formation Street and Boundary Road from 8:00 PM tonight until 5:00 AM tomorrow.
• On-Ramp Closure: The Logan Motorway eastbound on-ramp from Boundary Road/Skepper Street will also close starting at 8:00 PM tonight. This closure is scheduled to last until Monday morning.
• Parkinson: The Logan Motorway eastbound off-ramp to Beaudesert Road will be closed from 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM.
• Jindalee: The Sinnamon Road off-ramp is currently closed to through traffic due to ongoing road resurfacing works.

Public Transport and Rail Updates

While Translink services are largely running to a normal Friday timetable today, passengers should be mindful of several long-term and upcoming changes. Moorooka station remains closed for Cross River Rail construction and accessibility upgrades. Additionally, while today’s train services are running normally, a major track closure is scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, 21 March, affecting the Gold Coast and Beenleigh lines between Roma Street and Banoon. Commuters planning weekend travel should prepare for rail replacement buses.

Weather and Safety Reminder

Authorities have issued warnings regarding Tropical Cyclone Narelle, currently a Category 5 system impacting Far North Queensland today. While the primary system is distant, the trailing weather patterns may bring increased rainfall and flash flooding risks to South East Queensland throughout Friday. Motorists are urged to drive to conditions and remember: if it’s flooded, forget it.