Hong Kong · Star Ferry green-and-white, and jet-boats bound for Macau
Hong Kong Island ferry routes & schedules
On Hong Kong Island the ferry is woven into the rhythm of the harbour. From Central, the historic Star Ferry has crossed to Kowloon since the 1880s, while modern jetfoils blast out to Macau and slower boats potter to the outlying islands. Few short crossings anywhere are as scenic — or as cheap.
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About
Ferry travel in Hong Kong Island
Across Victoria Harbour
The classic crossing is Central or Wan Chai to Tsim Sha Tsui on the Star Ferry, a few minutes of open deck beneath the skyline. Fortune Ferry also links Central with Hung Hom in Kowloon. It remains one of the most rewarding ways to see the city from the water.
Sailings are frequent through the day; check the operator's timetable for first and last boats.
Outlying islands and Macau
From Central's piers, Sun Ferry and Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry serve the outlying islands — Cheung Chau, Mui Wo on Lantau, Peng Chau, and the Lamma villages of Yung Shue Wan and Sok Kwu Wan. High-speed jet services from TurboJET and Cotai Water Jet cross to Macau, both the Outer Harbour and Taipa; that crossing is an immigration boundary, so carry travel documents.
See the wider picture on the Hong Kong ferry network.
Quays
Ferry quays in Hong Kong Island
17 quays with published connections. Open a quay for every route that calls there.
- Central (Hong Kong)24
- North Point6
- Aberdeen (Landing step outside Aberdeen Promenade)4
- Central Pier No. 4 at Man Kwong Street4
- Central Pier No. 3 at Man Kwong Street2
- Central Pier No. 92
- Sai Wan Ho2
- Sai Wan Ho Ferry Pier at Tai Hong Street2
- Wan Chai2
- Wan Chai Ferry Pier at Hung Hing Road2
- Aberdeen|Pontoon at Aberdeen Promenade
- Ap Lei Chau
- Central Pier No. 6 at Man Kwong Street (Western Berth)
- Pontoon at Ap Lei Chau (outside Marina Habitat)
- Shau Kei Wan (Aldrich Bay)
- Stanley (Blake Pier)
- Stationary vessel outside Aberdeen Wholesale Fish Market
At a glance
Which Hong Kong Island crossings run most often?
The busiest published crossings, ranked by number of listed sailings.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central (Hong Kong) → Tsim Sha Tsui | 9m | 247 / wk | 1 |
| Central (Hong Kong) → Mui Wo | 50m | 91 / wk | 1 |
| Central (Hong Kong) → Cheung Chau | 40m | 77 / wk | 1 |
| Central (Hong Kong) → Discovery Bay | 25m | 60 / wk | 1 |
| Central Pier No. 3 at Man Kwong Street → Discovery Bay Ferry Pier at Plaza Lane, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island | 25m | 60 / wk | 1 |
| Central (Hong Kong) → Yung Shue Wan | 30m | 46 / wk | 1 |
| Central (Hong Kong) → Peng Chau | 30m | 44 / wk | 1 |
| Wan Chai Ferry Pier at Hung Hing Road → Star Ferry Pier at Salisbury Road | 8m | 37 / wk | 1 |
| Wan Chai → Tsim Sha Tsui | 8m | 37 / wk | 1 |
| Sai Wan Ho Ferry Pier at Tai Hong Street → Sam Ka Tsuen Ferry Pier at Shung Shun Street|Sam Ka Tsuen Ferry Pier | 10m | 32 / wk | 1 |
| Sai Wan Ho → Sam Ka Tsuen (Lei Yue Mun) | 10m | 32 / wk | 1 |
| Central (Hong Kong) → West Kowloon | 8m | 26 / wk | 1 |
Timetables
Ferry routes in Hong Kong Island
25 routes departing Hong Kong Island.
Central (Hong Kong)12 routes
North Point3 routes
Aberdeen (Landing step outside Aberdeen Promenade)2 routes
Central Pier No. 4 at Man Kwong Street2 routes
Central Pier No. 3 at Man Kwong Street1 route
Central Pier No. 91 route
Sai Wan Ho1 route
Sai Wan Ho Ferry Pier at Tai Hong Street1 route
Wan Chai1 route
Wan Chai Ferry Pier at Hung Hing Road1 route
Operators
Who runs the ferries in Hong Kong Island?
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the Star Ferry still running?
Yes. The Star Ferry continues to cross Victoria Harbour between Hong Kong Island (Central and Wan Chai) and Tsim Sha Tsui in Kowloon, as it has since the late 19th century.
Which islands can I visit by ferry from Central?
From Central you can reach Cheung Chau, Lantau (Mui Wo), Peng Chau and Lamma Island (Yung Shue Wan and Sok Kwu Wan) with Sun Ferry and Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry.
How do I get to Macau by boat?
TurboJET and Cotai Water Jet run high-speed ferries from Hong Kong to Macau's Outer Harbour and Taipa. Because Macau is a separate jurisdiction, you pass through immigration and need valid travel documents.
How many ferry routes are there in Hong Kong Island?
Hong Kong Island has 50 ferry and express-boat connections across 17 quays. Each route page lists the timetable, crossing time and operator.
Who operates ferries in Hong Kong Island?
Boat and ferry services in Hong Kong Island are run by 13 operators, including Chuen Kee Ferry, Coral Sea Ferry Service, Cotai Water Jet, Discovery Bay Transportation Services, Fortune Ferry and Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry. Most are part of Hong Kong's county public-transport network.
How long are ferry crossings in Hong Kong Island?
Across Hong Kong Island's active crossings the average sailing takes about 23m, while the longest runs roughly 1h. Each route page shows the exact duration.
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Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 9, 2026.