Top 5 Fremantle Ferry Trips

1.Rottnest Island Ferry and Bike Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 805 reviews · 9 hours · from $87Our pick

Take the fast Rottnest Express ferry from Fremantle, collect your included bike and helmet on arrival, then explore Rottnest Island at your own pace. Ride to beaches, bays, quokka areas, and snorkeling spots, or keep the day gentle with shorter coastal rides and plenty of stops.

“Ticket collection and the boat ride was simple and fast. We collected the bikes on arrival on the island and they were pretty good, a lot better than expected. I liked that they we were belt-drive. That way the dry and sandy air wouldn't wear the drive down so fast. The island is beatiful and there were Quokkas everywhere, were there were trees next to the cycle-way.”

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2.Discover Rottnest with Ferry & Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 743 reviews · from $102

Take the ferry from Perth or Fremantle to Rottnest Island, then join a 90-minute coach tour with local commentary. You’ll visit Wadjemup Lighthouse and West End, look for quokkas, seals and whales, and have free afternoon time for beaches, museums or bike hire. Guides may include Jessica, Eli or Malcolm.

“Very easy boarding and transfer to the island. Decided to do the bus trip around the island and the guide Malcolm was a very knowledgeable about everything on and about the island.”

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3.Rottnest Grand Island Package with Ferry, Tour & Light Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 445 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $138

Travel from Perth or Fremantle to Rottnest Island for a four-hour guided tour by coach and historic train. Visit Oliver Hill tunnels, Wadjemup Lighthouse, salt lakes, beaches, and quokka country, with a sandwich lunch included. Guides such as Leigh, Kim, and Michael bring the island’s stories to life.

“Such a great day! Everything was nice. The ferry ride (a little bumpy on the way out but pretty smooth on the way back) was pleasant. Sit toward the front of the boat so you can hear the speaker; the train/trolley on tracks was ok. It was loud but fine. Kids loved to ring the bell. The tour of the barracks was really interesting & great views & spots for pictures. The best part though was our bus driver/guide. I can’t remember her name but she was genuinely happy, funny & informative! I wish we had a few more minutes at stops. But our driver was fantastic. My only criticism…”

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4.Fremantle to Rottnest Island Roundtrip Ferry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 218 reviews · from $62

Take a same-day SeaLink ferry from Fremantle to Rottnest Island, with about seven hours ashore for beaches, quokkas, walks, bikes, or island buses. The crossing takes roughly 35 minutes each way. Your ticket includes return transport and admission fees, but not meals, hotel transfers, or island activities.

“Sitting on the top deck was great fun, you see so much more, but be prepared to get soaked ! The crossing was on time, well organised and the the crew great fun and professional. Thank you 😊”

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5.Rottnest Island Round Trip Ferry from Fremantle

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 51 reviews · from $60Best value

Take the 9:30 am Rottnest Express ferry from Fremantle to Rottnest Island, then spend the day choosing between beaches, quokka viewing, bike rides, island buses, walking trails and historic sites before returning by afternoon ferry.

“Most memorable - quokkas, views, food available, cocktails and smooth ferry trips. The views on the island are spectacular and quite different on each side of the island. Take care on ship and slippery rocks on the beach walking trail.”

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