Ferry Service Same Day Return - from Fremantle to Rottnest Island
Highlights
- Free time on Rottnest Island to swim, bike, or snorkel
- Chance to spot quokkas at the Rottnest Island nature reserve
- Explore the island at your own pace
- Round-trip transport by high-speed ferry from Fremantle
Itinerary
Your Rottnest Island ferry departs from Fremantle, depending on option selected when booking.
When you arrive, you are free to explore the island—and its 63 beaches and 20 bays—however you wish. There are plenty of spots to get wet with a swim, snorkel, stand-up paddleboard or surf, or just relax on the sand and watch yachts bobbing in the water. The most popular activity for visitors is renting a bike on the island to cruise leisurely along the scenic roads, where no cars are allowed. If you’re interested in history, check out sites like Lomas Cottage, Rottnest Island Museum, Pilot Boathouse or the Salt Store and Exhibition Centre. And don’t forget to keep your eyes open for wildlife, particularly the island’s native quokkas. (All entrance fees, activities, rentals, food and drinks are at your own expense.)
At the end of your full day on the island, head back to Fremantle on the return ferry
Detailed Description
We advise that all passengers arrive at the terminal at least 30 minutes prior to departure. This allows enough time to park vehicles, label & load luggage/bikes, and collect your ferry tickets. If you are travelling with no luggage or freight and have etickets or QR codes, please make your way straight to the boarding gate. Final Boarding is 5 minutes prior to departure after which the vessel gangways are removed to ensure that the vessel departs by the stated time.
Timetable - Departing from B Shed Fremantle to Rottnest Island
**Timetable is subject to change.
07:30 B Shed to Rottnest Island
08:30 B Shed to Rottnest Island
09:30am B Shed to Rottnest Island
10:00 B Shed to Rottnest Island
10:45 B Shed to Rottnest Island
11:30 B Shed to Rottnest Island
16:15 B Shed to Rottnest Island
Address: Fremantle (B Shed) - 1 Peter Hughes Dr, Fremantle
*Please Note: The B Shed terminal is currently undergoing renovations. To ensure the safety of all our guests, there will be some changes to road and berth access, so please follow the safety instructions and signage at the terminal. Our team continues to operate out of an office on the E Shed side of Peter Hughes Drive for those who require assistance. For more information regarding the renovation click ‘More Info’ below.
Parking will be extremely busy in and around our B Shed terminal. We encourage you to aim to arrive 30-40 minutes prior to your ferry to allow time for parking, luggage delivery, and a smooth start to your trip. Alternatively, you can travel from our Northport terminal in Rous Head for ample parking options.
For day-trippers and passengers coming from south of the Swan River, B Shed is the most convenient Rottnest Island departure point. It’s also close to Fremantle train station, so if you’re arriving via public transport, you’ll be just a short walk from your ferry. Very limited long-term parking is available from $12 per day with Wilson Parking.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 7:00am – 4:00pm
Timetable - Departing from Northport Fremantle to Rottnest Island
**Timetable is subject to change
08:00 B Shed to Rottnest Island
10:15 B Shed to Rottnest Island
12:30 B Shed to Rottnest Island
14:00 B Shed to Rottnest Island
Address: Fremantle (Northport) - 1 Emma Pl, Rous Head Rd, North Fremantle
*Please Note: Cycling, scootering and walking are all prohibited within the Rous Head port. The only way to access our Northport terminal is via car.
For locals and passengers looking for a convenient terminal for departure to Rottnest Island, Northport is the most accessible Rottnest Island departure point. It’s also got a private carpark with over 200 bays, so if you’re arriving under your own steam, you will be able to park your car for both short and extended stays in a secure carpark. Arrive early and relax at the Northport Cafe before a speedy journey to the island.
Short & long-term parking is available at affordable rates per day onsite, this carpark is managed by Wilson Parking and paid for in the ticket machines in the carpark or through the Wilsons parking app.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 7:30am – 5:30pm
*Northport carpark closes 30 mins after the last ferry of the day
