Rottnest Island – Fremantle (B-Shed)

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Rottnest Island – Fremantle (B-Shed)

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Ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed)

Depending on the season their are usually 6 daily and 43 weekly sailings between Rottnest Island and Fremantle (B-Shed). 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed), Rottnest Express & Sealink Rottnest.Rottnest Island Fremantle (B-Shed) ferries take around 30 minutes. The ferry costs between $87 and $256, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed).

What's the ferry schedule from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed)?

The earliest Rottnest Island Fremantle (B-Shed) ferry typically departs Rottnest Island at about 08:30 and the last ferry usually leaves at 18:30.

How long is the ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed)?

Ferries from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) sail in around 30 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Rottnest Island Fremantle (B-Shed) Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 43 weekly sailings from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) provided by Rottnest Express & Sealink Rottnest. Timetables can change from season to season.

Rottnest Express provide 43 sailings weekly. Sealink Rottnest provide 0 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed)?

The price of a ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) typically range between $87* and $256*. On average the Rottnest Island Fremantle (B-Shed) ferry is $169*. The cheapest Rottnest Island Fremantle (B-Shed) ferry prices start from $87*. The average price for a foot passenger is $169*.

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 July 25.

What is the distance from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed)?

The distance between Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) is approximately 14 miles (22km) or 12 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed) with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Rottnest Island and Fremantle (B-Shed).

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed)?

Rottnest Express allow foot passengers on Rottnest Island Fremantle (B-Shed) ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed)?

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed).

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Rottnest Island - Fremantle (B-Shed) Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryAustralia
Destination CountryPerth
No. of Operators2
OperatorsRottnest Express & Sealink Rottnest
Average Price$169
Average Daily Sailings6
Average Weekly Sailings43
Average Sailing Duration30 m
Fastest Sailing Duration30 m
First Ferry08:30
Last Ferry18:30
Distance12 Nautical Miles

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

Rottnest Island to Fremantle (B-Shed)
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 14/7/2025 and 20/7/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Rottnest Express 08:30 09:00 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 11:30 12:00 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 14:15 14:45 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 16:00 16:45 45 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 16:30 17:00 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 18:15 18:45 30 minutes Sat

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