Ferries from
Whitsunday Islands to Australia
Ferries from
Whitsunday Islands to Australia
There are 5 ferry routes. Ferries from Hamilton Island Marina to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) and Daydream Island to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) are popular ferry trips from Whitsunday Islands to Australia. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Whitsunday Islands to Australia sail approximately 172 times per week and are available with Cruise Whitsundays.
The ferry from Whitsunday Islands to Australia takes between 15 minutes and 1 hour 55 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.
The fastest ferry from Whitsunday Islands to Australia is on the Daydream Island to Shute Harbour ferry with Cruise Whitsundays in 15 minutes.
No, you are currently not able to take your car on the ferry from Whitsunday Islands to Australia.
There are approximately 3 miles (5km) and 3 nautical miles between Whitsunday Islands and Australia.
The price of a ferry from Whitsunday Islands to Australia can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Hamilton Island Marina to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) ferry ferry sails approximately 47 times weekly with a crossing time of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Daydream Island to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) ferry ferries sail about 62 times weekly with a sailing time of 30 minutes.
We suggest that you book in advance to ensure that you get the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Please check out our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts available.
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The Whitsundays are a cluster of islands off the central coast of Queensland, Australia in the heart of the Coral Sea. Sheltered by the Great Barrier Reef, these islands offer peaceful, blue waters and immaculate white sandy beaches. The crown jewel, Whitehaven Beach is widely regarded as the best in the world with its 98% silica sand, fine enough to polish jewellery. Beneath the tranquil ocean lies endless amounts of coral reef and vibrantly coloured tropical fish, but on land, you will find secluded bays, hillside forests and lively towns. They even boast some luxurious resorts suitable for families and couples, as well as budget accommodation tailored for backpackers. The Whitsundays offer an extensive ferry network with multiple routes back to Airlie Beach, the coastal hub for the islands. You can also sail to Shute Harbour on the mainland, which is further south, from Daydream and Hamilton Island.
Australia is the world’s sixth largest country, by land area, consisting of the mainland, Tasmania and thousands of smaller offshore islands. For such a massive nation, the population only reaches around twenty-four million, culminating in a huge expanse of breath taking, untouched wilderness, known as ‘the outback’, with almost ninety percent of Australians residing in coastal cities. Sydney, the largest of which, boasts a collection of beaches and trendy bars alongside its iconic Opera House and Royal Botanic Garden. Australian excursions include jaunting off to the Whitsunday Islands for Great Barrier Reef diving, or hopping over to Kangaroo Island for its wonderful National Park, while the Tiwi Islands, in the north, showcase the fascinating Aboriginal way of life. With numerous islands around the Australian coast, travelling by ferry is the best way of reaching the mainland, allowing you to enjoy the brilliant oceanic views along the way.
