Hamilton Island Marina – Shute Harbour
Ferry to Australia
Hamilton Island Marina – Shute Harbour
Ferry to Australia
There are around 3 daily and 20 weekly sailings between Hamilton Island Marina and Shute Harbour. This ferry route is operated by
The earliest Hamilton Island Marina Shute Harbour ferry sailings typically depart Hamilton Island Marina at around 07:15. The last ferry usually departs at 17:35.
Hamilton Island Marina Shute Harbour ferry sailing duration on this route can take around 35m. The fastest sailings are approximately 35m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are an average of 3 daily sailings and up to 20 weekly ferry sailings from Hamilton Island Marina to Shute Harbour. These sailings are provided by Cruise Whitsundays. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Hamilton Island Marina Shute Harbour ferry prices typically range between £37.95* and £210.4*. The average price is typically £145.76*. The cheapest Hamilton Island Marina Shute Harbour ferry prices start from £36.3*. The average price for a foot passenger is £145.76*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Hamilton Island Marina and Shute Harbour is approximately 11.8 miles (19km) or 10.3 nautical miles.
Cars are not permitted on ferries between Hamilton Island Marina and Shute Harbour.
Yes, it is possible to travel as a foot passenger between Hamilton Island Marina and Shute Harbour with Cruise Whitsundays. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Pets are allowed on ferries traveling from Hamilton Island Marina to Shute Harbour with Cruise Whitsundays. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Hamilton Island Marina - Shute Harbour Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Australia | |
| Destination Country | Australia | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Cruise Whitsundays | |
| Average Price | £145* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 3 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 20 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 35m | |
| First Ferry | 07:15 | |
| Last Ferry | 17:35 | |
| Distance | 10 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Hamilton Island, the largest of the Whitsunday Islands that crown the Great Barrier Reef off the western coast of Australia, is an undulating stretch of tree-topped hills that rise and fall into the glassy depths of the surrounding sea. It’s effortless tropical allure has not escaped notice; the resort having won the Australian Traveller 'Most Desirable Island Escape' Award in 2015. Much of the island coastline is streaked with broad, golden beaches lined by coconut palms. From the comfort of the velvet sand, one can see the verdant peaks of the other isles and atolls that skirt the skyline. The east-facing Catseye Beach is the perfect place to watch the sun rise too, its warmth gradually spilling over the curve of the horizon. The port of Hamilton Island is found within a small, sheltered bay on the north-western coast between the piers of the Hamilton Island Marina. It’s little more than a wooden jetty that juts away from the promenade. Upon this promenade are a host of passenger facilities including coin-operated washers and dryers, showers, toilets, a post-office and a few cafes selling hot and cold snacks. Travelling across the island is easy. A complimentary shuttle bus service regularly tours the twisting roads that scale the island slopes, whisking passengers to the main tourist spots. The Hamilton Island Airport, the only commercial airport along the barrier reef, is just a 10-minute walk from the harbour-side too, flights heading to Sydney and Melbourne on the Australian mainland. Two ferry routes currently leave from the Hamilton Island Marina. Daily lines operated by Cruise Whitsundays sail west to the towns of Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour on the ragged coastline of Queensland, Australia found across an island-studded stretch of the Coral Sea.
Situated around 10 kilometres east of Airlie Beach, Shute Harbour is simply a resting spot before travelling on to more tourist focussed regions of Australia’s east coast. If you have a vessel to reside in, the harbour can be a pleasant place to while away a few hours; enigmatic sea life graces the water under the glorious sunshine that glistens the shoreline. To really appreciate the beautiful view afforded from Shute Harbour, embark on the short climb to the apex of the harbour and look out across the horizon. Many who stay at the harbour will have their own facilities, but there are also shower and toilets for public use. A small shop is also open for much of the day, ideal for any last minute purchases, or to stock up on your fishing equipment before indulging in a spot of fishing in the public areas.
