Hillarys - Rottnest Island

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Hillarys - Rottnest Island

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Ferry from Hillarys to Rottnest Island

There are usually 1 daily and 12 weekly sailings between Hillarys and Rottnest Island. This Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry is operated by Rottnest Fast Ferries. The Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry can cost between $60.77 and $244.66, depending on booking factors. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables may differ seasonally. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Hillarys Rottnest Island ferries.

Hillarys Rottnest Island Ferry Time

The earliest Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry sailings typically depart Hillarys at around 07:30. The last ferry departs at 10:00.

How long is the ferry from Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

The Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry sails in around 45m. The fastest sailings are approximately 45m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Hillarys Rottnest Island Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 1 daily sailings and up to 12 weekly ferry sailings from Hillarys to Rottnest Island. These sailings are provided by Rottnest Fast Ferries. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

Hillarys Rottnest Island Ferry Prices

Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry prices typically range between $60.77* and $244.66*. The average price is typically $122.33*. The cheapest Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry prices start from $42.69*. The average price for a foot passenger is $122.33*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of booking factors such as passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

How far is it from Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

The distance between Hillarys and Rottnest Island is approximately 14.5 miles (23.4km) or 12.6 nautical miles.

Can I take a car on the ferry from Hillarys to Rottnest Island?

Cars can not board Hillarys Rottnest Island ferries at this moment in time.

Can I travel as a foot passenger on the Hillarys Rottnest Island ferry?

Yes, foot passengers can board the ferry from Hillarys to Rottnest Island with Rottnest Fast Ferries. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

Are pets allowed on Hillarys Rottnest Island ferries?

Currently, pets can not travel on board the ferries from Hillarys to Rottnest Island.

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Hillarys - Rottnest Island Route summary
Departure Country Australia
Destination Country Australia
No. of Operators 1
Operators Rottnest Fast Ferries
Average Price $122*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 12
Average Sailing Duration 45m
First Ferry 07:30
Last Ferry 10:00
Distance 12 nautical miles

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

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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 12/1/2025 and 12/7/2025

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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