Hong Kong
Central (Hong Kong) to Cheung Chau Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Central (Hong Kong)
Hong Kong Island
Arrives
Cheung Chau
Islands District
Sun FerryAt a glance
The Central (Hong Kong) to Cheung Chau ferry takes about 40m, with 77 listed sailings between 00:30 and 23:55. It is operated by Sun Ferry. Fares start from HK$16.70.
- First sailing
- 00:30
- Last sailing
- 23:55
- Sailings listed
- 77
- Crossing
- 40m
Central (Hong Kong) to Cheung Chau ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:30 | 01:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 01:30 | 02:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 02:20 | 03:00 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 04:15 | 04:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 05:10 | 05:50 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 05:50 | 06:30 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 06:00 | 06:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 06:10 | 06:50 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 06:20 | 07:00 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 06:30 | 07:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 06:40 | 07:20 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 07:00 | 07:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 07:15 | 07:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 07:30 | 08:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 07:40 | 08:20 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 07:45 | 08:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 07:50 | 08:30 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 07:55 | 08:35 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 08:00 | 08:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 08:10 | 08:50 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 08:20 | 09:00 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 08:30 | 09:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 08:40 | 09:20 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 09:00 | 09:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 09:45 | 10:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 10:00 | 10:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 10:15 | 10:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 10:30 | 11:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 10:45 | 11:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 11:00 | 11:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 11:15 | 11:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 11:30 | 12:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 11:45 | 12:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 12:00 | 12:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 12:15 | 12:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 12:30 | 13:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 12:45 | 13:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 13:00 | 13:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 13:15 | 13:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 13:30 | 14:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 13:45 | 14:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 14:00 | 14:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 14:15 | 14:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 14:30 | 15:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 14:45 | 15:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 15:00 | 15:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 15:15 | 15:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 15:30 | 16:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 15:45 | 16:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 16:00 | 16:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 16:15 | 16:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 16:30 | 17:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 16:45 | 17:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 17:00 | 17:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 17:15 | 17:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 17:20 | 18:00 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 17:30 | 18:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 17:40 | 18:20 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 18:00 | 18:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 18:20 | 19:00 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 18:30 | 19:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 18:45 | 19:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 19:00 | 19:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 19:15 | 19:55 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 19:30 | 20:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 19:40 | 20:20 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 20:00 | 20:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 20:30 | 21:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 21:00 | 21:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 21:30 | 22:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 22:00 | 22:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 22:30 | 23:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 23:00 | 23:40 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 23:30 | 00:10 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
| 23:45 | 00:25 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 23:55 | 00:35 | 40m | Sun Ferry | Daily |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Central (Hong Kong) – Cheung Chau crossing
On the crossing from Central Hong Kong to Cheung Chau, Sun Ferry provides a high-frequency timetable with 77 scheduled sailings every day. The first boat departs at 00:30 and the last sailing leaves at 23:55, offering near-continuous access throughout the day and night. The journey time is a consistent 40 minutes for each departure.
Timetable and Fares
This route runs daily, including public holidays. With departures available around the clock, passengers have significant flexibility in planning their travel. There is no need for advance booking for this type of domestic Hong Kong ferry; tickets are purchased at the pier before travel.
Fares for the trip start from HK$16.70. From Central Ferry Pier 5, Sun Ferry also runs services to the island of Mui Wo on Lantau. Cheung Chau's ferry pier has one other connection, a local inter-island service to Peng Chau.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- Ordinary and fast vessels at different fares
- Ordinary and deluxe class
- Student monthly pass for ages 12–25
- Online lost property system
- High-contrast and large-text modes
Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.
Getting to & from the ports
Frequently asked questions
How long does the crossing take?
About 40m.
How much does a ticket cost?
Fares start from around HK$16.70. Prices vary by operator, season, cabin and whether you take a vehicle.
Who operates this ferry?
Served by Sun Ferry.
How many ferries run each day?
There are 77 daily departures, with the first at 00:30 and the last at 23:55.
What time are the first and last sailings?
The first sailing currently departs at 00:30 and the last leaves at 23:55. Departure times vary by day and season — check the timetable above for the exact sailing you need.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 40m and several sailings a day (first 00:30, last 23:55), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.
Does the ferry run all year?
Sailings run daily, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.
Can I take a car on this ferry?
Sun Ferry does not list vehicle space on this service — plan to travel as a foot passenger. If you need to bring a car, check with the operator for alternative crossings.
Can I take a pet on this ferry?
Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with Sun Ferry, so declare your pet when booking.
What's the luggage allowance?
Foot passengers can normally bring their own luggage aboard at no extra charge, with racks or a luggage area near the entrance, and there is usually no airline-style weight limit. Oversized or excess items may carry a fee, so check with the operator if you are travelling with bulky baggage.
Where can I check live sailing times?
The timetable on this page shows the latest published sailings for this route. Always confirm with the operator before travelling, as schedules change seasonally.
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Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated July 24, 2026.
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Fares from
HK$16.70
Lowest published one-way fare. Final price varies by operator, date and vehicle.
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