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Port Phillip Ferries - Portarlington

It is time to set sail on an adventure across the bay. - Port Phillip Ferries offers two separate daily services between Portarlington - Docklands (70 mins direct); during weekends, public holidays and most Victorian School Holidays Geelong - Docklands (130 mins via Portarlington) and Portarlington - Geelong (40 mins direct). Looking for a regional adventure on Melbourne’s doorstep? Easy. A scenic ferry ride down the Yarra and across Port Phillip Bay and you'll be off discovering pristine beaches, promenades, and the best spots to wine, dine and explore in charming Portarlington. Looking for a relaxed way to travel to Melbourne from the Bellarine? Hop on board at Portarlington and sail directly to marvellous Melbourne. Arrive relaxed, invigorated and ready to take on your city adventure - no car keys or traffic necessary. Port Phillip Ferries’ 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 ferry is accessible for all via boarding ramps, and comfortably facilitate wheelchairs, motorised mobility scooters and prams. You’re in Safe Hands: As always, safety is the number one priority for Port Phillip Ferries. They have implemented a number of measures to keep passengers safe on-board during this time including pre-booked tickets only, contactless boarding, social hygiene measures and wearing of fitted face mask.
Port Phillip Ferries Portarlington
Port Phillip Ferries
The city and the coast just got closer with Port Phillip Ferries
Passengers smiling and laughing onboard Port Phillip Ferries
Port Phillip Ferries’ Docklands location
A passenger enjoying the back deck onboard Port Phillip Ferries
Port Phillip Ferries
Passengers enjoying the cruise along the Yarra
Location and Directions1A Harding Street Portarlington Victoria 3223 Australia
Indicative Prices
$15.50 to $26.50
Ferry ticket prices vary seasonally and depend on your destination—whether you are travelling to or from Portarlington, Geelong, or Docklands. They also offer a loyalty membership program called PortPlus, which gives you access to discounted fares when you purchase tickets in bulk.
Product Types
  • Ferry Services
Facilities
  • Non-Smoking
Accreditation
  • Quality Tourism Accreditation
  • Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Tourism Organisation
  • VIC - Tourism Greater Geelong & the Bellarine
Accessibility
  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Services
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