Hong Kong
Sun Ferry
Hong Kong's outlying-island ferry lifeline
Est. 1923Hong Kong
Photo: LN9267 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)- 8
- Routes
- 4
- Ports
- 43m
- Avg crossing
- 1923
- Founded
Sun Ferry is a ferry operator, founded in 1923 and based in Hong Kong. It operates 8 ferry routes serving 4 ports. Across its network, crossings average about 43m.
Live board
Sun Ferry departures today
Filtered to sailings that operate on today's date — open a departure for its full timetable.
Timetables
Which routes does Sun Ferry operate?
8 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central (Hong Kong) → Mui Wo | 50m | 91 / wk | 1 | Hong Kong |
| Central (Hong Kong) → Cheung Chau | 40m | 77 / wk | 1 | Hong Kong |
| Mui Wo → Central (Hong Kong) | 50m | 74 / wk | 1 | Hong Kong |
| Cheung Chau → Central (Hong Kong) | 40m | 69 / wk | 1 | Hong Kong |
| Cheung Chau → Peng Chau | 55m | 7 / wk | 1 | Hong Kong |
| Peng Chau → Cheung Chau | 55m | 6 / wk | 1 | Hong Kong |
| Peng Chau → Mui Wo | 20m | 1 / wk | 1 | Hong Kong |
| Mui Wo → Cheung Chau | 35m | 1 / wk | 1 | Hong Kong |
Central (Hong Kong)2 routes
Cheung Chau2 routes
Mui Wo2 routes
Peng Chau2 routes
Network
Where does Sun Ferry sail?
Sun Ferry sails to 4 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Ordinary & fast ferries
- Octopus / cash fares
- Monthly commuter tickets
- Deluxe cabin class
- Hong Kong's principal outlying-island ferry operator
- Successor to Hongkong & Yaumati Ferry (1923) via New World First Ferry (2000)
- Renamed Sun Ferry in 2021 after Chu Kong Shipping's 2020 acquisition
- Central to Cheung Chau and Mui Wo, plus the Inter-Islands circular
- Also runs North Point–Hung Hom and Kowloon City inner-harbour routes
About
About Sun Ferry
Sun Ferry (新渡輪) is Hong Kong's principal outlying-island ferry operator — the lifeline linking Central with Cheung Chau and Lantau. It is the direct successor to the historic Hongkong & Yaumati Ferry (founded 1923): the routes passed to New World First Ferry in 2000, and after Chu Kong Shipping acquired the business in 2020 it was renamed Sun Ferry Services Company Limited in 2021.
To the outlying islands
Its busiest lines run from Central to Cheung Chau and to Mui Wo on Lantau, in both ordinary and fast-ferry sailings, plus Central–Peng Chau and the Inter-Islands circular (Peng Chau–Mui Wo–Chi Ma Wan–Cheung Chau). It also runs the inner-harbour crossings from North Point to Hung Hom and Kowloon City, and a seasonal Tin Hau Festival sailing to Joss House Bay.
Fleet and fares
The fleet mixes big double- and triple-deck ferries with high-speed catamarans. Fares are in Hong Kong dollars, paid by Octopus or cash, split into ordinary and fast-ferry tiers with concessions for seniors, children and people with disabilities and monthly commuter tickets.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Sun Ferry founded?
Sun Ferry was founded in 1923, and is headquartered in Hong Kong.
Where does Sun Ferry sail?
Sun Ferry operates 8 ferry routes and serves 4 ports in Hong Kong, including Central (Hong Kong), Cheung Chau, Mui Wo, Peng Chau.
What facilities are available on Sun Ferry ferries?
Sun Ferry ferries typically offer Ordinary & fast ferries, Octopus / cash fares, Monthly commuter tickets, Deluxe cabin class. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a Sun Ferry ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Sun Ferry departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Sun Ferry.
How do I find Sun Ferry ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Sun Ferry route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Sun Ferry before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated July 20, 2026.
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