Rottnest Island
Fremantle
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Ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle

Depending on the season their are usually 7 daily and 48 weekly sailings between Rottnest Island and Fremantle. Rottnest Express provides the ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle. Rottnest Island Fremantle ferries cost between $86 and $339, 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 Rottnest Island to Fremantle?

The earliest Rottnest Island Fremantle ferry typically departs Rottnest Island at about 08:30 and the last ferry usually leaves at 21:00.

How long is the ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle?

Ferries from Rottnest Island to Fremantle sail in around 32 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Rottnest Island Fremantle Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 48 weekly sailings from Rottnest Island to Fremantle provided by Rottnest Express. Timetables can change from season to season.

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

The price of a ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle typically range between $86* and $338*. On average the Rottnest Island Fremantle ferry is $169*. The cheapest Rottnest Island Fremantle ferry prices start from $86*. The average price for a foot passenger is $169*.

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 February 25.

What is the distance from Rottnest Island to Fremantle?

The distance between Rottnest Island to Fremantle is approximately 14 miles (22km) or 12 nautical miles.

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

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

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

Rottnest Express allow foot passengers on Rottnest Island Fremantle ferries.

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

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

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Rottnest Island - Fremantle (B-Shed) Route summary
Departure Country Australia
Destination Country Australia
No. of Operators 1
Operators Rottnest Express
Average Price A$135*
Average Daily Sailings 8
Average Weekly Sailings 53
Average Sailing Duration 32m
Fastest Sailing Duration 30m
First Ferry 08:30
Last Ferry 18:30
Distance 12 nautical miles

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

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Rottnest Island to Fremantle is approximately 30m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

Which ferry companies operate between Rottnest Island to Fremantle?

There is 1 ferry operator for Rottnest Island to Fremantle and this is
  • Rottnest Express

How can I book ferry tickets from Rottnest Island to Fremantle?

Ferries from Rottnest Island to Fremantle are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger from Rottnest Island to Fremantle with
  • Rottnest Express

Can you take your car on the ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle?

No, cars are not allowed on this ferry route.

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle?

No, pets currently are not allowed onboard this ferry service.

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.

Rottnest Island to Fremantle Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 17/2/2025 and 23/2/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Rottnest Express 08:30 09:00 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 10:30 11:00 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 11:00 11:30 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 14:30 15:15 45 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 16:30 17:00 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 17:00 17:30 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 17:30 18:00 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 18:30 19:00 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 21:00 21:30 30 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun
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