Ferries

We oversee three ferry services that operate in Victoria:

• Western Port Ferry, a ferry service which runs from Stony Point to French Island, Phillip Island (formerly known as the French Island Ferry)
• Westgate Punt, a ferry service that runs between Spotswood Jetty and Westgate Landing in Port Melbourne.
• Port Phillip Ferries, two passenger ferry services that run between Portarlington on the Bellarine Peninsula and Docklands, Melbourne and between Geelong and Docklands, Melbourne.

Using our services

All Victorians are being asked to play their part to keep one another safe, including making responsible choices about using our public transport network.

When travelling on ferries you must wear a fitted face mask covering your nose and mouth, unless you have a lawful reason for not doing so, and ensure you wear it for your entire journey.

Remember to put on your fitted face mask before boarding a ferry. You must also wear a mask in areas where you can't keep a safe distance from others.

See coronavirus (COVID-19) for more information on travelling on the network.

Western Port Ferry

Stony Point to French Island, Phillip Island

The Western Port Ferry service (previously known as the French Island Ferry) runs between Stony Point in Mornington Peninsula and Cowes on Phillip Island, via French Island.

The ferry departs from:

• Stony Point Jetty on the Mornington Peninsula (Stony Point Station is a short walk from the jetty)
• Tankerton Jetty on French Island
• Cowes Jetty on Phillip Island

Fares

Tickets can be purchased onboard the ferry.

Please note: the Western Port Ferry is not a myki-ticketed service.

The following fares apply:

• Adult: one way $13, return $26
• Child*: one way $6, return $12
• Pensioner/concession: one way $8, return $16
• Bicycle (additional cost): one way $4, return $8
• Children aged under four years travel free.

*Child fares are available for children aged from four to 12 years old.

For more information including facilities and conditions of travel, see the Western Port ferry website.

Western Port Ferry timetable

 Westgate Punt

The Westgate Punt is a ferry service that runs between Spotswood Jetty and Westgate Landing in Port Melbourne.

The service provides pedestrians and cyclists with an easy and stress-free way to get across the Yarra River without travelling via the West Gate Bridge.  

Cyclists can even take their bikes on board the ferry and make full use of popular cycling paths that run from Port Melbourne into the city.

Spotswood Jetty is located on Douglas Parade, near the corner of Craig Street, and is a short walk from Spotswood Station.

Westgate Landing is located on Lorimer Street, near the corner of Sardine Street. Bus Route 237 stops nearby on Lorimer Street and runs into the city.

The fare is $2.70 one way on weekdays and $5 each way on weekends.

The Westgate Punt is not a myki-ticketed service.

The Westgate Punt does not operate on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or Good Friday.

For more information including weekend services, visit Westgate Punt.

Weekday timetable, Monday to Friday

 Port Phillip Ferries 

Port Phillip Ferries runs two passenger ferry services between:

• Portarlington and Melbourne, and
• Geelong and Melbourne

Each ferry has an on-board licensed café, free Wi-Fi, bike racks and charging stations.

The ferry departs from:

• Docklands, Victoria Harbour Promenade, directly across the street from Marvel Stadium
• Portarlington Pier, Portarlington, a three-minute walk from Newcombe Street
• Geelong Waterfront, beside The Carousel, a short three-minute walk to Geelong CBD, Eastern Beach and a leisurely stroll to The Botanic Gardens.

Timetables

Bookings are open for weekends in November, commencing from Saturday 14 November:

• Saturday 14 November and Sunday 15 November
• Saturday 21 November and Sunday 22 November
• Saturday 28 November and Sunday 29 November

Ferry services will then increase to four days a week from Thursday 3 December:

• Thursday 3 December, Friday 4 December, Saturday 5 December and Sunday 6 December
• Thursday 17 December, Friday 18 December, Saturday 19 December and Sunday 20 December

In time for the holiday season, ferry services will then return to seven days a week from Thursday 24 December:

• Thursday 24 December to Thursday 31 December

Ferry services will continue to operate seven days a week in January 2021, with twice-daily services running on a weekend departure schedule.

Vist the Port Phillip Ferries website for timetables and to book tickets.

Fares

Tickets must be pre-purchased online or at the Portarlington Post Office. No ticket sales will be available at the ferry.

Please note: the Port Phillip Ferries are not a myki-ticketed service.

The following fares apply:

Portarlington to Docklands

• Adult: one way $16.50, return $33
• Child*: one way $9, return $18
• Pensioner/concession: one way $15, return $30
• Children aged 3 years and under travel free.

Geelong to Docklands

• Adult: one way $18, return $36
• Child*: one way $10, return $20
• Pensioner/concession: one way $16, return $32
• Children aged 3 years and under travel free.

*Child fares are available for children aged from 4 to 16 years old.

Multi-pass and family passes, and group fares are also available.

For more information including facilities and conditions of travel, see the Port Phillip Ferries website.

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