Ferry across the bay

​PORT PHILLIP FERRIES

Spring is here and why not get the family aboard Port Phillip Ferries these school holidays, Travel across the bay to discover the beautiful beaches of Portarlington, best place to have a picnic whiles the kids run in the sand. 

We Traveled aboard the comfortable vessel and headed out for a mini city escape. 

Head to The Bellarine to enjoy the beautiful wineries, food producers or simply escape the city for a trip to a peaceful coastal town. With one of the safest cleanest beaches on the bay, Portarlington is a beautiful place to take in the scenery, swim, ride and stroll along the main street ​

Operating 365 days of the year, Port Phillip Ferries offers a relaxing and unique option for those commuting to Melbourne for work or day trippers any day of the week.
For commuters, it’s a great start to the day enjoying the sights and sounds of the bay, while you read the paper, catch up on emails with the free Wi-Fi, or simply sit back and enjoy your voyage.
With some of the best restaurants in the world why not cruise into the city and spend the night for a mini vacation. Use your ferry ticket saving for a bit of shopping, take in a show or simply enjoy the spring excitement of the city.
With 400 seats and two levels to choose from. Discover the bay like you’ve never done before.
So for your next dose of Vitamin Sea and stunning views, there’s only one way….Port Phillip Ferries. If you haven’t been on yet, it’s certainly the best time to book in your maiden voyage now.

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TIME TABLE 
www.portphillipferries.com.au/timetable
BOOKINGS
www.portphillipferries.com.au/#book

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Departure : Victoria Harbour, Docklands
Getting to Docklands

• The ferry berths at Docklands along Victoria Harbour Promenade. Just opposite Merchant Street off Bourke St.
• Trams: Take the 35, 70 or 75 tram to Stop D3 Etihad Stadium/Bourke Street Docklands or trams 11 and 48 to stop D18, Victoria Harbour Docklands. Allow a few minutes walk from either of these stops to the ferry terminal.
• If you are waking from Harbour Esplanade, we are approx. 250 metres walk from across the road from Etihad Stadium.
• Train: Get to Southern Cross station and take the Northern exit. Walk towards Etihad Stadium and take the stairs down to the left to reach Docklands area. Continue walking along Victoria Harbour Promenade. You will need to allow at least 10 minutes to walk from Southern Cross.

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Arrival point: Portarlington Pier, Portarlington
Getting to Portarlington Pier

• The Portarlington Pier is located quite centrally in Portarlington, just a short 3 minute walk from the main street, Newcombe Street.
• Turn off Newcombe Street onto Harding Street in the direction of the water. You will easily view the pier
• You will need to allow a few minutes to walk down the very end of the pier to reach the ferry terminal
• Parking: There is plenty of FREE parking close to the pier
• You may like to grab a coffee at one of the local cafes before heading off for your journey