North Fremantle (Northport) – Rottnest Island

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North Fremantle (Northport) – Rottnest Island

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North Fremantle Rottnest Island Ferry

The North Fremantle Rottnest Island ferry route connects Perth with Australia. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Rottnest Express. The crossing operates up to 22 times each week with sailing durations from around 30 minutes.

North Fremantle Rottnest Island sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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North Fremantle (Northport) Guide

North Fremantle (Northport) Ferry Port

Situated on the west coast of Australia, just south of Perth, North Fremantle connects residents in Western Australia to Rottnest Island. The only ferry route out of the port is to Rottnest Island with 20 weekly sailings with Rottnest Express.

What is there to do in North Fremantle?

Symbolic of much of the Australian outback, the landscape surrounding North Fremantle represents a sea of desert sands and endless shrubbery. The scenery is unique in its relentless stretches of land resting beneath scorching sun; make sure to bring sun cream when embarking on a mid-afternoon stroll. A large Aboriginal community reside in North Fremantle, bringing great diversity and tradition to Australia’s west coast. There isn’t much to do around the town, though there are some shops, hotels and restaurants for the benefit of tourists. For a refreshing change of pace, the bowling club provides a stress free way to while away a few hours, or for a livelier night, many of the hotels and bars host live music. Whilst the town centre may be a tad quiet, the shoreline is a prime spot for wind and kite surfing, so tourists can make the most of the coastal location.

How do visitors get around North Fremantle?

The town centre is relatively small so it is fairly easy to get around by foot, though there are also taxis readily available for quick and convenient transport.


North Fremantle (Northport) to Rottnest Island
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 7/28/2025 and 8/3/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Rottnest Express 10:15 11:15 1 hour Everyday
Rottnest Express 14:00 14:30 30 minutes Everyday
Rottnest Express 17:45 18:15 30 minutes Sat

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