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Ferry Operators in Australia

106 ferry operators across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

All of AustraliaCanberra0Sydney20Darwin0Brisbane18Adelaide2Hobart2Melbourne6Perth15
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Get 2 Moreton Island
Brisbane

Get 2 Moreton Island

By appointment only · Scarborough · QLD 4020

Looking for a way to get to Moreton Island? Take a Moreton Island ferry with Reality Cruises and arrange for an eco tour, go camping on Bulwer, scuba diving and much more! A Moreton Island holiday is…

Accommodation and TravelTourstourstour
(07) 32035800View profile
Brisbane Whale Watching
Brisbane

Brisbane Whale Watching

By appointment only · Redcliffe · QLD 4020

Some of the benefits of whale watching in Moreton Bay are: - GUARANTEED SIGHTINGS OF THE WHALES Brisbane Whale Watching invites you to come on board the magnificent Eye-Spy for an encounter with the…

Accommodation and TravelTourstourstour
(07) 38800477View profile
Rockhampton

Curtis Ferry Services

Po Box 389 · Gladstone · QLD 4680

Curtis Ferry Services, daily Gladstone Harbour Services to Curtis Island and Facing Island, Southern Great Barrier Reef Islands and Sightseeing Tours.

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(07) 49726990View profile
Rockhampton

Freedom Fast Cats

Pier One John Howes Dr · Yeppoon · QLD 4703

Max Allen Cruises is a family owned business operating Freedom Fast Cats. Max and family have been Chartering since 1967. Freedom Fast Cats offer several cruise options and individual charters…

FERRY SERVICE7 Days a weekexcept Christmas DayCRUISES
(07) 49336888View profile
Brisbane

Bay Islands Transit System

8 Outlook Cres · Russell Island · QLD 4184

Transit Systems is an umbrella organisation, which was formed to oversee the operations of Swan Transit (Perth), Torrens Transit (Adelaide), Bay Islands Transit (Brisbane), Gladstone Ferries…

Bus planningFerry operations
(07) 34091145View profile
South East

Kangaroo Island Connect

1 Bay Tce · Penneshaw · SA 5222

If you're on a holiday with your family to Kangaroo Island. Now you can rent a Car at Penneshaw or Cape Jervis Ferry Terminal with Kangaroo Island Connect at low cost. Book Now!

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0419 100 100View profile
Adelaide

Sealink: Kangaroo Island

By appointment only · Adelaide · SA 5000

SeaLink is a one-stop shop for travel to Kangaroo Island. Not only do SeaLink operate the ferry service to Kangaroo Island but we also offer a huge range of accommodation on Kangaroo Island, tours,…

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(08) 82028688View profile
Brisbane

Gold Cats Stradbroke Flyer

By appointment only · Cleveland · QLD 4163

Stradbroke Flyer has been a family affair for over 25 years, providing quality passenger transport and services to North Stradbroke Island and Moreton Bay. Our current boats include Calypso, Alley…

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(07) 32861964View profile
Melbourne

M.V Melburnian

By appointment only · Melbourne · VIC 3000

M.V Melburnian presents a sophisticated, relaxed venue for up to 30 people for corporate entertaining, business meetings, private functions or small family celebrations and weddings.

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(03) 93991992 View profile

Ferry Operators by region

NSW

Central Coast (4)Central NSW (1)North East (3)Sydney (20)

VIC

East Coast (2)Geelong (2)Melbourne (6)South Coast (1)

QLD

Brisbane (18)Cairns (5)Gold Coast (4)Rockhampton (2)Sunshine Coast (4)Townsville (4)

WA

Bunbury and South West (1)Perth (15)

SA

Adelaide (2)Eyre Peninsula (1)South East (5)Yorke Peninsula (2)

TAS

Hobart (2)North (2)

User guide to Ferry Operators

Ferry Operators

Ferries are a major part of the Australian public transport system. While large ferries service the main cities, there are numerous smaller ferry operators servicing the many bays and canals which make up the waterways of Australia.

The largest ferry services of Australia are:

  • The Spirit of Tasmania, which daily services the Bass Strait by transporting people and cars between Melbourne and Devonport, Tasmania.
  • The Sealink which operates between the southern Kangaroo Island and the mainland
  • The Sea SA transports passengers across the Spencer Gulf between Adelaide and the Eyre Penninsula

Inter-city ferry services typically operate on a scheduled basis, offer discounts for regular travelers, and relay cars and bikes as well as foot passengers across journeys.

Before embarking on a ferry, you may want to consider some or all of the following questions to get a better sense of the journey:

  • What is the duration of the trip (one way)?
  • Is an advance reservation required? Can reservations be made online?
  • Does rough weather hamper the ferry's operations?
  • Does the tour operator offer return tickets?
  • Is the ferry suitable for people with mobility and limited access issues?
  • Can you access your car during the crossing?
  • Are pets allowed and if so, is there a cost associated for bringing pets on board?
  • Does the ferry serve meals or have a restaurant or shop inside?
  • What public transport options are available after disembarking from the ferry?
  • Does the ferry meets all safety standards, carries lifeboats and lifejackets on board and is regulated by an organization such as the Australian Maritime Safety Authority?
  • Is the ferry's crew experienced and trained in passenger conveyance and emergency situation handling?