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Ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach

Cruise Whitsundays provides the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach. Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferries cost around $59 and $226, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferries.

Ferry times from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach

Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferry sailings typycally depart from Daydream Island at around 07:35. The last ferry leaves at 21:00.

How long is the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

The Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferry trip can take around 30 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Daydream Island Airlie Beach Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 60 weekly sailings from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach serviced by Cruise Whitsundays. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach

Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferry prices typically range between $60* and $225*. The average price is typically $119*. The cheapest ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach start from $60*. The average price for a foot passenger is $119*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25

How far is it from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Daydream Island to Airlie Beach is approximately 7 miles (11km) or 6 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferry?

Ferry Operators servcing ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach currently do not allow cars to travel onboard.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

Foot passengers can travel on the Daydream Island to Airlie Beach ferry with Cruise Whitsundays.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

Pets currently are not allowed on ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach.
 

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Daydream Island - Airlie Beach Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryWhitsunday Islands
Destination CountryAustralia
No. of Operators1
OperatorsCruise Whitsundays
Average Price$119
Average Daily Sailings9
Average Weekly Sailings60
Average Sailing Duration30 m
Fastest Sailing Duration30 m
First Ferry07:35
Last Ferry21:00
Distance6 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Daydream Island to Airlie Beach Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

    The ferry crossing time from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach is approximately 30 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

    Daydream Island to Airlie Beach ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach is $119. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

    Cruise Whitsundays provide the ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

    Book ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

    Cars are currently not allowed to board ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach.

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

    Pets are not currently allowed on ferries between Daydream Island and Airlie Beach.

  • How far is Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

    The distance from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach is 6 nautical miles.

Daydream Island Guide

Daydream Island Ferry Port

Forming one of the seven landmasses of the Molle Archipelago found off the north-east coast of Australia is the paradisiac Daydream Island. With broad stretches of sandy beaches overlooking the sapphire-blue sea and thriving coral reefs teeming with exotic marine life, this tiny isle is a magnet for tourists looking to soak up the sun in tropical tranquillity. The port of Daydream Island is found in a small bay on the eastern coast. It consists of a narrow wooden pier that juts out into a slice of ocean sandwiched between the stunning Daydream Reef. It’s little more than a departure point featuring a few sheltered waiting benches, though the nearby resort hotel has plenty of amenities on offer including a restaurant selling hot food and a tourist information point. Due to the small size of the island, travelling to the port is simple. The road outside the entrance to the pier leads in a straight-line from the unique Living Reef aquarium in the north to the quiet beaches in the south. However, due to the lack of public transport and the inability for passengers to bring cars, most of the 1-kilometre long island can only be traversed on foot. One passenger service currently leaves from the port multiple times throughout the day. A Cruise Whitsundays line sails the half hour trip to the Australian mainland town of Airlie, an area of the Queensland region that sits on the rugged shores of Pioneer Bay.

Daydream Island to Airlie Beach Ferry Timetables

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


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Cruise Whitsundays 07:35 08:05 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 09:30 10:00 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 10:40 11:10 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 13:15 13:45 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 13:50 14:20 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 15:20 15:50 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 16:50 17:20 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 18:00 18:30 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 21:00 21:30 30 minutes Everyday
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