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Ferry from Hillarys to Rottnest Island

Rottnest Fast Ferries provides the ferry from Hillarys to Rottnest Island. Hillarys Rottnest Island ferries cost around $58 and $227, 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 Hillarys Rottnest Island ferries.

Ferry times from Hillarys to Rottnest Island

Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry sailings typycally depart from Hillarys at around 07:30. The last ferry leaves at 10:00.

How long is the ferry from Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

The Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry trip can take around 45 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Hillarys Rottnest Island Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 14 weekly sailings from Hillarys to Rottnest Island serviced by Rottnest Fast Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Hillarys to Rottnest Island

Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry prices typically range between $58* and $226*. The average price is typically $116*. The cheapest ferries from Hillarys to Rottnest Island start from $58*. The average price for a foot passenger is $116*.

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 Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

The distance between Hillarys to Rottnest Island is approximately 15 miles (23km) or 13 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry?

Ferry Operators servcing ferries from Hillarys to Rottnest Island currently do not allow cars to travel onboard.

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

Foot passengers can travel on the Hillarys to Rottnest Island ferry with Rottnest Fast Ferries.

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

Pets currently are not allowed on ferries from Hillarys to Rottnest Island.
 

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Hillarys - Rottnest Island Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryPerth
Destination CountryAustralia
No. of Operators1
OperatorsRottnest Fast Ferries
Average Price$116
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings14
Average Sailing Duration45 m
Fastest Sailing Duration45 m
First Ferry07:30
Last Ferry10:00
Distance13 Nautical Miles

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

Hillarys to Rottnest Island Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

    The ferry crossing time from Hillarys to Rottnest Island is approximately 45 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 Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

    Hillarys to Rottnest Island ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Hillarys to Rottnest Island is $116. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

    Rottnest Fast Ferries provide the ferries from Hillarys to Rottnest Island.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

    Book ferries from Hillarys to Rottnest Island 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 Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Hillarys to Rottnest Island with

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

    Cars are currently not allowed to board ferries from Hillarys to Rottnest Island.

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

    Pets are not currently allowed on ferries between Hillarys and Rottnest Island.

  • How far is Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

    The distance from Hillarys to Rottnest Island is 13 nautical miles.

Hillarys Guide

Hillarys Ferry Port

Hillarys is a glamorous seafront district in the northern fringes of Perth, the sprawling capital city of Western Australia that overlooks the turquoise depths of the Indian Ocean. This largely residential suburb is hemmed by a long, golden stretch of beach and a swathe of coastal parkland brimming with a wild tangle of verdant shrubs and trees. Hillary’s main attraction is the scenic boat harbour and boardwalk that curves like a claw around a man-made inlet of the sea. A host of restaurants, juice bars and cafes line the promenade, many offering alfresco seating that boast views across the crystal-clear waters of the marina and the yachts that bob gently between the jetties. The harbour’s inside arc is lined by a beach and the coiling slides of a nearby waterpark. The ferry terminal in Hillarys is found amid the shops and eateries along the boardwalk. The departure pier is found a little bit further north along the coast, at the other end of the beach. Despite a lack of facilities in the terminal itself, due to its central location along the harbour there are plenty of places to eat and drink as well as a few ATMs and toilets available for passengers to use. Hillarys is well supported by transport routes. Buses leaving from a stop just outside the entrance to the harbour head south along the West Coast Drive highway towards downtown Perth. Though the larger Mitchell Freeway is located just 10-minutes away, the coastal highway is also the preferred route for motorists looking to travel to and from Hillarys in view of the charming beaches. One ferry route currently operates from Hillarys port. A Rottnest Fast Ferries service skims south-west multiple times throughout the week to Rottnest Island, a thriving holiday destination and one of the few places in the world where quokka’s (a form of small marsupial), can be found.

Hillarys to Rottnest Island Ferry Timetables

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


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Rottnest Fast Ferries 07:30 08:15 45 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Fast Ferries 10:00 10:45 45 minutes Everyday
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