Perth (Barrack Street) – Rottnest Island

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Perth (Barrack Street) – Rottnest Island

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Ferry from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island

Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 11 weekly sailings between Perth (Barrack Street) and Rottnest Island. Rottnest Express provides the ferry from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island. Perth (Barrack Street) Rottnest Island ferries cost between $125 and $496, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island?

The earliest Perth (Barrack Street) Rottnest Island ferry typically departs Perth (Barrack Street) at about 08:45 and the last ferry usually leaves at 09:30.

How long is the ferry from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island?

Ferries from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island sail in around 1 hour 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Perth (Barrack Street) Rottnest Island Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 11 weekly sailings from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island provided by Rottnest Express. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island?

The price of a ferry from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island typically range between $125* and $496*. On average the Perth (Barrack Street) Rottnest Island ferry is $251*. The cheapest Perth (Barrack Street) Rottnest Island ferry prices start from $125*. The average price for a foot passenger is $251*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated August 25.

What is the distance from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island?

The distance between Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island is approximately 22 miles (35km) or 19 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Perth (Barrack Street) and Rottnest Island.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island?

Rottnest Express allow foot passengers on Perth (Barrack Street) Rottnest Island ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island?

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island.

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Perth (Barrack Street) - Rottnest Island Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryPerth
Destination CountryAustralia
No. of Operators1
OperatorsRottnest Express
Average Price$251
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings11
Average Sailing Duration1 h 30 m
Fastest Sailing Duration1 h 30 m
First Ferry08:45
Last Ferry09:30
Distance19 Nautical Miles

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

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Rottnest Island Guide

Rottnest Island Ferry

There are approximately 11 daily sailings departing from Rottnest Island. Timetables can change depending on the operator and the season. Please visit our deal finder for all the latest information on available prices, departures and availability.

Ferries from Rottnest Island connect Western Australia with a number of destinations including Perth, Fremantle, North Fremantle and Hillarys.

Perth (Barrack Street) to Rottnest Island
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 25/8/2025 and 31/8/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Rottnest Express 08:45 10:15 1 hour 30 minutes Everyday

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