Australia
Hawthorne ferry terminal to Bulimba ferry terminal Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Hawthorne ferry terminal
Queensland
Arrives
Bulimba ferry terminal
Queensland
Brisbane City FerriesAt a glance
The Hawthorne ferry terminal to Bulimba ferry terminal ferry takes about 4m–6m, with 105 listed sailings between 00:16 and 23:47. It is operated by Brisbane City Ferries.
- First sailing
- 00:16
- Last sailing
- 23:47
- Sailings listed
- 105
- Crossing
- from 4m
Hawthorne ferry terminal to Bulimba ferry terminal ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:16 | 00:21 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 00:17 | 00:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Fri, Sat |
| 05:32 | 05:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 06:02 | 06:08 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 06:32 | 06:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 07:02 | 07:08 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 07:32 | 07:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 08:02 | 08:08 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 08:32 | 08:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 08:47 | 08:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 09:02 | 09:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 09:17 | 09:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 09:32 | 09:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 09:47 | 09:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 10:02 | 10:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 10:17 | 10:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 10:32 | 10:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 10:47 | 10:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 11:02 | 11:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 11:17 | 11:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 11:32 | 11:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 11:47 | 11:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 12:02 | 12:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 12:17 | 12:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 12:32 | 12:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 12:47 | 12:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 13:02 | 13:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 13:17 | 13:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 13:32 | 13:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 13:47 | 13:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 14:02 | 14:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 14:17 | 14:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 14:32 | 14:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 14:47 | 14:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 15:02 | 15:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 15:17 | 15:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 15:32 | 15:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 15:46 | 15:51 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 15:47 | 15:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 16:01 | 16:06 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 16:02 | 16:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 16:16 | 16:21 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 16:17 | 16:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 16:19 | 16:24 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 16:31 | 16:36 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 16:32 | 16:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 16:34 | 16:39 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 16:46 | 16:51 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 16:47 | 16:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 16:49 | 16:54 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 17:01 | 17:06 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 17:02 | 17:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 17:04 | 17:09 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 17:16 | 17:21 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 17:17 | 17:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 17:19 | 17:24 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 17:31 | 17:36 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 17:32 | 17:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 17:34 | 17:39 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 17:46 | 17:51 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 17:47 | 17:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 17:49 | 17:54 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 18:01 | 18:06 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 18:02 | 18:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 18:04 | 18:09 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 18:16 | 18:21 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 18:17 | 18:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 18:19 | 18:24 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 18:31 | 18:36 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 18:32 | 18:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 18:34 | 18:39 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 18:46 | 18:51 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 18:47 | 18:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 19:02 | 19:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 19:17 | 19:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 19:19 | 19:24 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 19:32 | 19:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 19:47 | 19:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 19:49 | 19:54 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 19:52 | 19:57 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 19:57 | 20:02 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 20:02 | 20:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 20:08 | 20:13 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 20:17 | 20:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 20:19 | 20:24 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 20:28 | 20:33 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 20:32 | 20:36 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 20:36 | 20:41 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 20:46 | 20:51 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 20:47 | 20:53 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 20:56 | 21:01 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 21:02 | 21:06 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 21:09 | 21:14 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 21:16 | 21:21 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 21:17 | 21:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 21:46 | 21:51 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 21:47 | 21:51 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 22:16 | 22:21 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 22:17 | 22:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 22:46 | 22:51 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 22:47 | 22:51 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 23:16 | 23:21 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 23:17 | 23:23 | 6m | Brisbane City Ferries | Daily |
| 23:46 | 23:51 | 5m | Brisbane City Ferries | Sat |
| 23:47 | 23:51 | 4m | Brisbane City Ferries | Fri, Sat |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Hawthorne ferry terminal – Bulimba ferry terminal crossing
Brisbane City Ferries provides a daily service across the Brisbane River between Hawthorne and Bulimba. The first departure from Hawthorne is at 05:44, with the final sailing at 23:24. Crossings run approximately every 15 minutes during peak times and every 30 minutes during off-peak periods.
The distance between the two terminals is about one nautical mile. From Hawthorne, other Brisbane City Ferries services connect to New Farm Park ferry terminal and Riverside ferry terminal. The Bulimba terminal has onward connections to Bretts Wharf ferry terminal and Teneriffe ferry terminal.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- High-speed catamarans
- go card / contactless / 50c flat fare
- Wheelchair & bike friendly
- Flood-resilient terminals
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 do I get back from Bulimba ferry terminal?
Check the Bulimba ferry terminal to Hawthorne ferry terminal ferry for return times.
How long, roughly, is the crossing?
About 4m under normal conditions.
How often does the ferry run?
74 sailings a day on this route.
Who runs this ferry crossing?
Brisbane City Ferries.
When's the first ferry of the day?
The first sailing leaves at 00:17.
Do I need a passport for this ferry?
No, it's a domestic crossing within Australia.
How much does a ticket cost?
Ticket prices vary by operator, season and whether you bring a vehicle. Check the operator (Brisbane City Ferries) for current fares.
What's the fastest crossing option?
The quickest option takes about 4m. Crossing time depends on the operator and vessel — compare sailings from Brisbane City Ferries above.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 4m and several sailings a day (first 00:16, last 23:47), 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?
Brisbane City Ferries 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 Brisbane City Ferries, so declare your pet when booking.
Continue your journey
Onward sailings from Bulimba ferry terminal
Plan a multi-leg trip — these ferries depart Bulimba ferry terminal.
Same departure port
More ferries from Hawthorne ferry terminal
Everything else that sails from the same quay.
Sharing a stop
Crossings calling at Hawthorne ferry terminal or Bulimba ferry terminal
Nearby links that share a quay with this one.
Timetable valid Aug 29, 2026 – Oct 28, 2026.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 30, 2026.
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