Ferry from Australia to Kangaroo Island

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How long is the ferry from Australia to Kangaroo Island?

The crossing time by ferry from Australia to Kangaroo Island ranges between routes, operators and ships. The Cape Jervis Penneshaw ferry on average approximately takes 45 minutes. The distance from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw is approximately 10 nautical miles.

The fastest ferry from Australia to Kangaroo Island is from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw, with a crossing time of approximately 45 minutes. Sealink Kangaroo Island and Kangaroo Island Connect provide this route with 66 sailings weekly combined.

Australia to Kangaroo Island Ferry Operators

The following operators sail from Australia to Kangaroo Island:

• Kangaroo Island Connect


• Sealink Kangaroo Island

Timetables vary depending on the ferry company. Check the latest ferry timetables between Australia to Kangaroo Island with just a few clicks using our deal finder.

What is the ferry price from Australia to Kangaroo Island?

Prices for the Australia to Kangaroo Island ferry might change depending on the season you wish to travel. Cheap ferry tickets are typically available during off peak, outside of the high season. Please visit our special offers page to view all the latest ferry discounts.

Can I travel with a vehicle from Australia to Kangaroo Island?

The following operators accept vehicles on ferries from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw: Kangaroo Island Connect

Not all ships will accept vehicles, check out our Deal Finder for the latest sailing availability, for traveling with vehicles.

Australia to Kangaroo Island Ferry Routes

The following routes sail from Australia to Kangaroo Island:

• Jervis - Penneshaw

Some routes are seasonal, whereas others sail year round. To get the most up to date sailing information for ferries from Australia to Kangaroo Island search in our Deal Finder.

About Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island, Australia’s third largest landmass, lies just off the coast of South Australia, southwest of Adelaide.

Affectionately referred to as an outdoor zoo, Kangaroo Island is home to not only its namesake animal, but a huge amount of wildlife including echidnas, seals, dolphins and multiple fascinating bird species. It’s also blessed with a stunning, five hundred kilometre coastline with pristine beaches and charming local wineries.

Rock lobster fishing and tourism have helped sustain Kangaroo and it boasts numerous reserves, introduced to protect the natural vegetation and native animals, most notably the Flinders Chase National Park towards the west coast.

With over a hundred thousand visitors each year, Kangaroo Island is a popular excursion from the mainland. Multiple ferry crossings are provided every day from Cape Jervis, roughly one hundred kilometres south of Adelaide, lasting under an hour.