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Perth – Rottnest Island

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Perth – Rottnest Island

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Ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island

Depending on the season their are about 7 weekly sailings between Perth and Rottnest Island. Rottnest Express provides the ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island. Perth Rottnest Island ferries cost between $129 and $463, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Perth to Rottnest Island?

The earliest Perth Rottnest Island ferry typically departs Perth at about 08:45 and the last ferry usually leaves at 09:30.

How long is the ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island?

Ferries from Perth to Rottnest Island sail in around 1 hour 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Perth Rottnest Island Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 7 weekly sailings from Perth to Rottnest Island provided by Rottnest Express. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost from Perth to Rottnest Island?

The price of a ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island typically range between $128* and $455*. On average the Perth Rottnest Island ferry is $251*. The cheapest Perth Rottnest Island ferry prices start from $128*. The average price for a foot passenger is $251*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

What is the distance from Perth to Rottnest Island?

The distance between Perth to Rottnest Island is approximately 22 miles (35km) or 19 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Perth and Rottnest Island.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Perth to Rottnest Island?

Rottnest Express allow foot passengers on Perth Rottnest Island ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island?

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Perth to Rottnest Island.

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Perth (Barrack Street) - Rottnest Island Route summary
Departure Country Australia
Destination Country Australia
No. of Operators 1
Operators Rottnest Express
Average Price A$206*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 9
Average Sailing Duration 1h 30m
First Ferry 08:45
Last Ferry 09:30
Distance 19 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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Rottnest Island Guide

Rottnest Island Ferry

There are approximately 11 daily sailings departing from Rottnest Island. Timetables can change depending on the operator and the season. Please visit our deal finder for all the latest information on available prices, departures and availability.

Ferries from Rottnest Island connect Western Australia with a number of destinations including Perth, Fremantle, North Fremantle and Hillarys.

Perth to Rottnest Island
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 24/3/2025 and 30/3/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Rottnest Express 08:45 10:15 1 hour 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 09:30 11:00 1 hour 30 minutes Sat

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