Ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island
Route map
- Sealink Rottnest
- Rottnest Express
Sealink Rottnest1 hour 30 minutes
Check prices →Rottnest Express1 hour 30 minutes
Check prices →Ferry connections Perth - Rottnest Island
Operators compared
| Operator | Duration (hrs:min) | Sailings per operating day | Operating days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sealink Rottnest | 1:30 | 1 | 294 |
| Rottnest Express | 1:45–2:00 | 1 | 77 |
Fares by vehicle
- Foot passenger
- €51
Lowest fare among bookable sailings, not a fixed price.
Season and frequency
Aug
2
Sep
2
Oct
2
Nov
1
Dec
1
Jan
1
Feb
1
Mar
1
Apr
1
May
1
Jun
1
Sailings per operating day
Peak seasonShoulder seasonLow season
Timetable
Date
Ports and terminals
Perth
Town port
- Terminals
- Barrack Street Jetty
Rottnest Island
Island port
- Terminals
- Main Jetty in der Thomson Bay; Festlandsterminals B Shed Fremantle, Northport/Rous Head, Barrack Street Jetty Perth, Hillarys Boat Harbour (56 Southside Drive)
- Waters
- 1
Frequently asked questions about the Perth - Rottnest Island ferry
Crossing time
How long does the ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island take?+
The crossing from Perth to Rottnest Island takes 1 hour 30 minutes on average. Depending on the departure, the crossing takes between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours.
Timetable
How often does the ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island run?+
The ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island runs daily, with up to 2 departures a day. The exact departure times are in the timetable on this page.
Operator
Which ferry companies sail from Perth to Rottnest Island?+
Sealink Rottnest and Rottnest Express serve the Perth - Rottnest Island route. Crossing time and departure frequency differ between the operators; the comparison is on this page.