Ferry to Australia
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Ferry to Australia
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There are up to 690 ferries sailing per week. Ferries to Australia are provided by 3 ferry companies including Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express & Rottnest Fast Ferries. 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 43 times per week, with an average duration of about 30 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 63 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 Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed). This journey usually takes 30 minutes.
Ferries to Australia are provided by 3 operators; Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express & Rottnest Fast Ferries. There are currently 91 daily and 690 weekly sailings from Australia.
Cruise Whitsundays 35 sailings daily, 245 sailings weekly
Rottnest Express 25 sailings daily, 170 sailings weekly
Rottnest Fast Ferries 4 sailings daily, 29 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 £81.67 on average whereas the Daydream Island to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) ferry usually costs £101.79.
The most popular ferry route to Australia is the Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) ferry with 43 weekly sailings. The second most popular ferry to Australia is the Daydream Island to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) ferry with 63 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: £81.67
Cheapest ferry route: Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed)
Unfortunately, you cannot take your car on ferries to Australia.
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.
