Hong Kong · Star Ferry green-and-white, and jet-boats bound for Macau
Hong Kong Islandferry 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
8 quays with published connections. Open a quay for every route that calls there.
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 (Hong Kong) → Yung Shue Wan | 30m | 46 / wk | 1 |
| Central (Hong Kong) → Peng Chau | 30m | 44 / wk | 1 |
| Wan Chai → Tsim Sha Tsui | 8m | 37 / wk | 1 |
| Sai Wan Ho → Sam Ka Tsuen (Lei Yue Mun) | 10m | 32 / wk | 1 |
| Central (Hong Kong) → West Kowloon | 8m | 26 / wk | 1 |
| North Point → Kwun Tong | 12m | 26 / wk | 1 |
| Central (Hong Kong) → Taipa (Macau) | 1h | 26 / wk | 2 |
| North Point → Hung Hom | 8m | 25 / wk | 1 |
Timetables
Ferry routes in Hong Kong Island
28 routes departing Hong Kong Island.
Central (Hong Kong)13 routes
North Point4 routes
Sai Wan Ho2 routes
Shau Kei Wan (Aldrich Bay)2 routes
Ap Lei Chau1 route
Stanley1 route
Wan Chai1 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 54 ferry and express-boat connections across 8 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, Eastern Ferry Company and Fortune 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 24m, 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 July 20, 2026.