New Zealand
Ferries from QTN Bay
QTN Bay (New Zealand) has 2 ferry routes to 1 destination, operated by Otago Regional Council (ORC). You can sail from QTN Bay to Bayview. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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- Routes
- 1
- Destinations
- 1
- Operators
Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect QTN Bay?
2 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from QTN Bay
14 scheduled sailings leaving QTN Bay, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:45 | 08:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 09:45 | 09:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 10:45 | 10:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 11:45 | 11:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 12:45 | 12:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 13:45 | 13:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 14:45 | 14:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 15:45 | 15:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 16:45 | 16:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 17:45 | 17:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 18:45 | 18:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 19:45 | 19:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 20:45 | 20:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
| 21:45 | 21:50 | Bayview | 5m | Otago Regional Council (ORC) | Daily |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does QTN Bay connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is QTN Bay?
- Coordinates
- 45.033° S, 168.659° E
- Shortest crossing
- 5m
Plan your trip
The day at QTN Bay
First 08:45
Last 21:45
Busiest 08:00–09:00
14 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 08:45–21:45, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 14 scheduled departures in total.
About
About QTN Bay
QTN Bay is a landing on Otago Regional Council's Queenstown harbour service, connecting to Bayview with 28 sailings from 08:25 to 21:45 on crossings of five to ten minutes. This is a lake service rather than a sea crossing — Lake Wakatipu is long, deep and hemmed in by mountains, and the boat cuts across water that the road has to go round. The council runs it as public transport on the regional network, not as a scenic cruise, though the view is the same either way. The schedule is seasonal and thins outside the summer months. Queenstown's road network is constrained by the lake and the mountains behind it, so the ferry removes a drive that can take three or four times as long in summer traffic.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from QTN Bay?
From QTN Bay you can take a ferry to Bayview. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from QTN Bay?
Ferries from QTN Bay are run by Otago Regional Council (ORC). Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve QTN Bay?
QTN Bay is served by 2 ferry routes connecting 1 port. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is QTN Bay ferry port located?
QTN Bay is in New Zealand (around -45.033, 168.659). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to QTN Bay ferry terminal?
QTN Bay 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 QTN Bay?
Popular crossings from QTN Bay include Bayview. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from QTN Bay 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 QTN Bay?
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 5, 2026.
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