Ferry to Australia
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| Route | Operators | Weekly Sailings | Prices From | Average Price | Foot Passenger | With Car |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fremantle (B-Shed) - Rottnest Island |
| 24 | £36.23 | £93.39 | Yes | No |
| Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) - Hamilton Island Marina |
| 62 | £42.44 | £170.47 | Yes | No |
| Hillarys - Rottnest Island |
| 20 | £33.64 | £101.14 | Yes | No |
| Hamilton Island Marina - Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) |
| 41 | £42.44 | £169.75 | Yes | No |
| Perth (Barrack Street) - Rottnest Island |
| 9 | £51.24 | £139.79 | Yes | No |
| Hamilton Island Airport - Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) |
| 34 | £42.44 | £170.18 | Yes | No |
| Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) - Daydream Island |
| 62 | £28.50 | £113.94 | Yes | No |
| Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) - Hamilton Island Airport |
| 34 | £42.44 | £170.17 | Yes | No |
| North Fremantle (Northport) - Rottnest Island |
| 25 | £36.23 | £89.96 | Yes | No |
| Rottnest Island - Fremantle (B-Shed) |
| 19 | £28.98 | £88.34 | Yes | No |
There are up to 709 ferries sailing per week. Ferries to Australia are provided by 5 ferry companies including Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Rottnest Fast Ferries, Sealink Rottnest & Captain Cook Cruises. Book now with Direct Ferries and find a ferry to Australia to suit you.
The Australia ferry timetable varies depending on the route and ferry operator you're travelling with.
The Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) ferry sails approximately 16 times per week, with an average duration of about 35 minutes.
Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) first ferry: departs at 08:30
Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) last ferry: departs at 18:30
The Daydream Island to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) ferry currently sails around 62 times per week.
Daydream Island to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) first ferry: departs at 07:35
Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) last ferry: departs at 21:00
The fastest ferry to Australia is Daydream Island to Shute Harbour. This journey usually takes 15 minutes.
Ferries to Australia are provided by 5 operators; Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Rottnest Fast Ferries, Sealink Rottnest & Captain Cook Cruises. There are currently 102 daily and 709 weekly sailings from Australia.
Cruise Whitsundays 70 sailings daily, 488 sailings weekly
Rottnest Express 48 sailings daily, 326 sailings weekly
Rottnest Fast Ferries 12 sailings daily, 80 sailings weekly
Sealink Rottnest 10 sailings daily, 70 sailings weekly
Captain Cook Cruises 8 sailings daily, 36 sailings weekly
There are 8 ferry ports in Australia. Fremantle (B-Shed) is the most popular port.
The price of the ferry to Australia varies depending on the route you choose. The Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) ferry costs £89.13 on average whereas the Daydream Island to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) ferry usually costs £29.55.
The most popular ferry route to Australia is the Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) ferry with 16 weekly sailings. The second most popular ferry to Australia is the Daydream Island to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) ferry with 62 weekly sailings.
Unfortunately, there is no ferry service operating between Australia and New Zealand. If you're wanting to travel to New Zealand, you'll need to go by plane instead.
Currently, there are no direct ferries from the UK to Australia. The best way to get from the UK to Australia is to fly.
The cheapest ferry to Australia depends on the route, season, ferry company and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. Prices are generally cheaper for foot passengers. We recommend booking your ferry tickets to Australia in advance to get them at the cheapest price.
Cheapest ferry price: £18.91
Cheapest ferry route: Fremantle (B-Shed) to Rottnest Island
Yes, you can take your car on ferries to Australia. Simply follow the signs at the port and staff will be on hand to guide you into the correct lane.
Australia car operators:
Sealink Rottnest
Yes, you can take your pet on ferries to Australia. We recommend checking the ferry operator's pet policy before you travel.
Australia pet operators:
Cruise Whitsundays
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Australia is a land of diverse landscapes and vibrant culture, making it a compelling destination for travellers. One of the most popular ports, Rottnest Island ferry port, is renowned for its stunning beaches and unique wildlife, including the adorable quokkas. Visitors often explore the island's pristine bays, snorkel in the clear waters, and visit historical sites such as the Wadjemup Lighthouse. The island also hosts the annual Rottnest Channel Swim, drawing participants and spectators alike. From Rottnest Island, you can easily reach Perth via ferry and bus services, making it a convenient gateway to Western Australia. To travel from the Rottnest Island ferry port to the Perth city centre, take a ferry to Fremantle and then a train or bus to Perth.
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