In short
- Vehicles cost from $50 return.
- Walk-on passengers travel for free.
- The crossing takes 15 to 20 minutes.
In this article
Getting to Bruny Island requires a short ferry ride from Kettering. SeaLink operates the service 365 days a year. You pay a return fare for your vehicle, while foot passengers do not need a ticket.
How much is the ferry to Bruny Island?
Standard vehicle fares start from $50 return. Walk-on passengers travel for free.
You pay for the car, not the people inside. Prices start from $50 for a standard vehicle return ticket. Walk-on passengers do not pay a fare to board the ferry.
Do you have to pay for the ferry to Bruny Island?
You only pay if you bring a vehicle onto the ferry.
Walk-on passengers board for free. However, public transport on Bruny Island is non-existent. You must have transport arranged on the island side to reach attractions like Cape Bruny Lighthouse.
How long does the Bruny Island ferry take?
The ferry crossing takes 15 to 20 minutes.
The ferry departs from Kettering and arrives at Roberts Point on Bruny Island. The service runs every day of the year.
How do open return tickets work?
Vehicle tickets include your return trip by default.
When you purchase a vehicle ticket, it covers both directions. You do not need to book a specific return time. You can line up for any departing ferry when you are ready to leave.
Are ferry fees included in guided tours?
Yes, full-day guided tours cover your ferry crossing fees.
Booking a bus or 4WD tour from Hobart covers all transport costs. Tour operators handle the ferry tickets and drive you straight to the lighthouse.
Does the ferry run on holidays?
Yes, the SeaLink ferry operates 365 days a year.
You can cross to Bruny Island any day. Keep in mind that Cape Bruny Lighthouse is closed on Christmas Day.
Questions travellers ask
Can I get to Cape Bruny Lighthouse without a car?
You can walk onto the ferry for free, but there is no public transport on Bruny Island. You must join a tour or have transport arranged on the island.
How far is the ferry terminal from Hobart?
The Kettering ferry terminal is a 40-minute drive south of Hobart.
Do I need a National Parks Pass for the ferry?
No, you do not need a pass for the ferry. You only need the pass when you enter South Bruny National Park.
