Wellington, New Zealand
Ferries from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf
Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf (Wellington, New Zealand) has 2 ferry routes to 1 destination, operated by Metlink. You can sail from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf to Days Bay Wharf. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf?
2 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf
4 scheduled sailings leaving Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:20 | 12:40 | Days Bay Wharf | 20m | Metlink | Weekends |
| 12:50 | 13:10 | Days Bay Wharf | 20m | Metlink | Mon–Fri |
| 14:50 | 15:10 | Days Bay Wharf | 20m | Metlink | Daily |
| 16:45 | 17:05 | Days Bay Wharf | 20m | Metlink | Weekends |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf?
- Region
- Wellington
- Coordinates
- 41.256° S, 174.867° E
- Shortest crossing
- 15m
Plan your trip
The day at Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf
First 12:20
Last 16:45
Busiest 12:00–13:00
3 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 12:20–16:45, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 8 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf
The weekend timetable is the generous one. On Saturdays and Sundays the last boat off the island leaves at 16:45; from Monday to Friday it goes at 14:50, and a weekday visitor who arrives on the 10:30 has either two hours and 20 minutes ashore or just over four.
The crossing to Days Bay is 2.3 nautical miles — 15 minutes coming out to the island, 20 minutes going back. Metlink runs 16 sailings a week in each direction as part of Wellington's public transport network.
Mātiu/Somes sits in the middle of Wellington Harbour and has been used to keep things apart: a quarantine station for arriving ships from the 1870s, an internment camp in both world wars, then an animal quarantine facility. It is now a scientific reserve, predator-free, with tuatara and giant weta — which is why the boat times, not a bridge, still govern who is on the island and for how long.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf?
From Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf you can take a ferry to Days Bay Wharf. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf?
Ferries from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf are run by Metlink. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf?
Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf is served by 2 ferry routes connecting 1 port. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf ferry port located?
Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf is in Wellington, New Zealand (around -41.256, 174.867). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf ferry terminal?
Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf serves short local crossings — arriving 10–15 minutes before departure is usually enough for foot passengers. Confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
What are the most popular ferries from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf?
Popular crossings from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf include Days Bay Wharf. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel, and short local crossings are often passenger-only. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Mātiu/Somes Island Wharf?
For peak season and any sailing with a vehicle, book as early as possible. Off-peak foot-passenger fares are usually more flexible. Always confirm the latest timetable before travelling.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated Aug 12, 2026.
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