There is no love left for Brisbane’s “ugly” transport hub, with plans announced for a total makeover.

The Queensland Government wants to demolish the Brisbane Transit Centre and start again.

Premier Campbell Newman said the “much-maligned” transit centre would be built differently the second time around, to make way for the planned underground bus and train (BaT) tunnel.

“Realigning the BaT tunnel after listening to local people has given us a great opportunity to build a new, modern transit centre,” Newman said.

“The BaT project was already set to create 1,600 construction jobs and now the redevelopment of the transit centre will create further jobs and economic opportunities for Queenslanders.”

Transport Minister Scott Emerson said he expected locals would be pleased.

“The transit centre is frequently voted one of Brisbane's ugliest buildings, but now we have the chance to build an iconic gateway to this city,” he said.

The proposed BaT tunnel has been modified after more than 560 public submissions.

In its current state, the two-level tunnel will run four kilometres from Dutton Park to Spring Hill, stopping at three new underground stations at Woolloongabba, George Street and Roma Street.

Mr Emerson said he hopes the tunnel will be able to double rail and bus capacity across the Brisbane River.

When it is completed in 2021, Emerson says it will allow faster, more frequent, more direct and more reliable travel across the region.