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Magnetic Island Return Ferry from Townsville

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Non-Refundable

Magnetic Island sits just off Townsville in the Great Barrier Reef region, and this return ferry ticket is your quickest link to it. You board a high-speed catamaran at the Breakwater Ferry Terminal in Townsville, and SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferries take you across to the island in about 20 minutes. Ferries operate daily throughout the day, with up to 17 departures from Townsville between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm, which gives you flexible options for planning your visit. Once you arrive, spend the day your way: go snorkelling, jet-skiing or fishing, or walk the historic Forts Walk, where you might spot wild koalas in the eucalyptus trees. If you prefer a slower pace, relax on a secluded beach and enjoy the outdoor atmosphere of this North Queensland island. When you are ready, use the return half of your ticket to cruise back across to Townsville.

Return Ferry Ticket

Return high-speed ferry crossing between Townsville's Breakwater Ferry Terminal and Magnetic Island, about 20 minutes each way.

Inclusions

Return ferry ticket between Townsville and Magnetic Island
Fuel surcharge

Starting End Point

Departs from and returns to the Breakwater Ferry Terminal, Sir Leslie Thiess Drive, Townsville
Up to 17 daily ferries depart Townsville, operating 6:30 am-6:00 pm

US$ 30.24

Highlights

Daily SeaLink ferry services between Townsville and Magnetic Island
Arrive on Magnetic Island in about 20 minutes aboard a high-speed catamaran
Up to 17 daily departures from Townsville's Breakwater Ferry Terminal
Go snorkelling, jet-skiing or fishing, or walk the historic Forts Walk and look out for wild koalas
Relax on a secluded beach or try an adventure activity

What's Included

Return ferry ticket between Townsville and Magnetic Island
Fuel surcharge

Child Adult Policy

Adult ticket: ages 15 and over
Child ticket: ages 5-14
Children aged 0-4 travel free of charge

Things To Know

Travel time is approximately 20 minutes each way
Wheelchair accessible
Smartphone tickets accepted
On-site parking is available at the Breakwater Terminal in Townsville for $10.50 per calendar day, payable directly at the car park entrance

Starting End Point

Departs from and returns to the Breakwater Ferry Terminal, Sir Leslie Thiess Drive, Townsville QLD 4810
Up to 17 daily ferries depart Townsville's Breakwater Terminal, operating 6:30 am-6:00 pm
Please refer to the map for assistance
Ferry times are subject to change without prior notice

How To Redeem

Present your smartphone voucher at the ferry counter in the Breakwater Ferry Terminal, Townsville

Cancellation Policy

Non-Refundable: These tickets cannot be cancelled and no refunds can be made.

FAQs

Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any additional inquiries or need further clarification, please reach out to our team via live chat, contact us form, or WhatsApp.

The ferry trip to Magnetic Island takes about 20 minutes each way.

The ferries depart from the Breakwater Ferry Terminal, Sir Leslie Thiess Drive, Townsville QLD 4810.

There are up to 17 daily departures from Townsville's Breakwater Ferry Terminal between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm. Ferry times are subject to change without prior notice.

You can go snorkelling, jet-skiing or fishing, walk the historic Forts Walk, where you might spot wild koalas, or relax on a secluded beach.

The return ferry ticket includes the ferry trip between Townsville and Magnetic Island and a fuel surcharge.

Children aged 0-4 travel free, ages 5-14 require a child ticket, and ages 15 and over require an adult ticket.

Yes, smartphone tickets are accepted at the ferry counter in the Breakwater Ferry Terminal.

These tickets cannot be cancelled and no refunds can be made.