Port Phillip Ferries, Melbourne: Hours, Address, Port Phillip Ferries Reviews: 5/5
Port Phillip Ferries
Port Phillip Ferries
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8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
About
Sailing 365 days a year, Port Phillip Ferries and their legendary crew offer two separate daily services between Docklands and Portarlington (70 minutes); and Docklands and Geelong (90 minutes). Both purpose-built vessels cater to all the creature comforts. Think on-board licensed café, barista-made coffee, free Wi-Fi, bike racks, charging stations and endless scenic views. Each service is accessible for all via boarding ramps, and comfortably facilitate wheelchairs, motorised mobility scooters and prams. Whether cruising for leisure, commuting to work or setting sail on an adventure across the bay – there’s no better way to travel, guaranteed.
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Barend
Melbourne, Australia8 contributions
Apr. 2022
We travelled with our son who is living with a disability and it was so nice to see everything just work for him. Crew were really good without being overbearing. Ferry was clean, neat and tidy. It was a great experience for the whole family.
Written 18 April 2022
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Anastasia B
Portarlington, Australia33 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Couples
My Dad is 89 and although his mind is sharp, his body is frail. He and my Mum did a solo voyage over to Portarlington from Melbourne, for the first time. Dad wasn’t able to traverse up the ramp with his walker and Mum sought help from the crew. You guys were brilliant! Your friendly, cheerful manner greeted Dad and you supported him up the ramp without him feeling foolish or feeble. Thank you. It’s so important to them (and me) to maintain some independence. They loved their voyage.
Written 18 April 2022
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Jean F
Melbourne, Australia34 contributions
Apr. 2022
Great trip from Melbourne to Geelong, ferry was comfortable, clean and staff very polite and helpful and coffee was nice and reasonably priced.
However, it would be helpful if there was a sign at the Docklands gangway indicating the destination of the ferry as quite a few people attempted to board to wrong one due to the ferries leaving within 20 minutes of each other.
Also at the Geelong terminal it would be helpful if there was a sign indicating what time passengers were able to board.
However, it would be helpful if there was a sign at the Docklands gangway indicating the destination of the ferry as quite a few people attempted to board to wrong one due to the ferries leaving within 20 minutes of each other.
Also at the Geelong terminal it would be helpful if there was a sign indicating what time passengers were able to board.
Written 17 April 2022
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Emm A
2 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Family
The staff are always very friendly
My son loves the wind in his hair
My parents love the comfort
I love the whole thing :)
Makes you feel like you are on holiday and leaving the troubles behind even for a few hours
My son loves the wind in his hair
My parents love the comfort
I love the whole thing :)
Makes you feel like you are on holiday and leaving the troubles behind even for a few hours
Written 17 April 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Bevo
1 contribution
Apr. 2022 • Friends
Well organised Friendly staff. It was a lovely experience to ferry to Port Arlington (lovely place) and then ferry back to Docklands. Will definitely do again.
Written 16 April 2022
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Susan W
Strathmore, Australia181 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Couples
We took a ‘day trip’ on Easter weekend and had a really lovely day out! The ferry was larger than I expected, with plenty of room for everyone. The journey was smooth and enjoyable and it was great to the scenery around the bay. A very professional service.
Written 16 April 2022
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Couta
Melbourne, Australia130 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Solo
The booking process was easy and the start of an enjoyable experience. The best way to travel to the Bellarine and very happy to recommend
Written 16 April 2022
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Tracy133
Greater Bendigo, Australia39 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Couples
It was a smooth ride on a superb day. Cabin is comfortable with amenities to charge phones etc. lovely polite crew. Great to be able to get a coffee or wine to sip on the journey.
Written 15 April 2022
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Gail Bell
Kyoto, Japan2 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Solo
I have travelled on several occasions backwards and forwards across the bay with Port Phillip Ferries and the service is just fabulous. The staff and operators are just wonderful. It’s so good to leave Docklands and arrive Portarlington in no time, so easy.
Thank you for a great trip. Gail
Thank you for a great trip. Gail
Written 14 April 2022
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Mara B
3 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Family
Great experience for my kids and me! Service is really good! The kids had colouring pages and pencils, the coffee and snacks on board were pretty good. We had the best time!
Written 13 April 2022
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Does this Ferries goes from Dockland to Portarlington? How much per person?
halnoe
Bendigo, Australia64 contributions
Hi yes the ferry sails from Docklands and is around $29 return trip or $26 if you are a senior or have concession.
shian161
Geelong, Australia1 contribution
Does the ferry pick up in central geelong
PortPhillipFerries
Portarlington, Australia1 contribution
Ahoy there. We are very (ferry?) excited to confirm that we will be offering a regular service from Geelong to Docklands in early 2019 – just as soon as our new boat is ready to set sail. In the meantime we are working with the city on entry and departure options in Geelong and to ensure our ferry passengers have reliable parking options and transport connections to the wider Geelong region. Watch this space!
Johnson636
Point Lonsdale, Australia1 contribution
What tram should we take to travel between Melb terminal and Melb CBD
Neil S
Melbourne, Australia28 contributions
35, 70, 75 and city circle tourist tram from out the front of flinders st station, you need to catch the tram, the ferries leave from Docklands not Southbank
Does this Port philip ferry go to Philip Island?
Faye M
Carrum Downs, Australia115 contributions
No, it goes to Port Arlington in the other side of Port Philip Bay. Phillip Island us in Western Port Bay
Frequently Asked Questions about Port Phillip Ferries
- Port Phillip Ferries is open:
- Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Sat - Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Hotels near Port Phillip Ferries:
- (0.28 km) Quest Docklands
- (0.39 km) Docklands Executive Apartments
- (0.31 km) Peppers Docklands Melbourne
- (0.35 km) Docklands Private Collection of Apartments - NewQuay
- (0.50 km) Accent Accommodation at Docklands
- Restaurants near Port Phillip Ferries:
- (0.02 km) Hortus x Seven Seeds
- (0.04 km) Harbour Town Hotel
- (0.15 km) Mama Rumaan
- (0.27 km) Banoi
- (0.23 km) Squires Loft Docklands