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Milton ferry terminal to North Quay ferry terminal

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Milton ferry terminal to North Quay ferry terminal Ferry

Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026

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Departs

Milton ferry terminal

Queensland

from 6m
0.9 nm

Arrives

North Quay ferry terminal

Queensland

Operated byBrisbane City Ferries logoBrisbane City Ferries
Route F143 sailings listed0.9 nm
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At a glance

The Milton ferry terminal to North Quay ferry terminal ferry takes about 6m–7m, with 43 listed sailings between 06:16 and 23:31. It is operated by Brisbane City Ferries.

First sailing
06:16
Last sailing
23:31
Sailings listed
43
Crossing
from 6m

Milton ferry terminal to North Quay ferry terminal ferry timetable

DepartsArrivesDurationOperatorRuns
06:1606:226mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
06:4606:526mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
07:0107:087mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
07:1607:226mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
07:3107:387mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
07:4607:526mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
07:5408:017mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:0108:076mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:2408:317mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:3108:376mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:3908:467mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:4608:526mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
09:0109:076mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
09:3109:376mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
09:4609:526mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
10:0110:076mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
10:3110:376mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:0111:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:3111:376mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:0112:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:3112:376mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:0113:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:3113:376mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:0114:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:3114:376mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:0115:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:3115:376mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:0116:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:3116:376mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
17:0117:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
17:3117:376mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
18:0118:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
18:3118:376mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
19:0119:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
19:3119:376mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
20:0120:076mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
20:3120:376mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
21:0121:076mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
21:3121:376mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
22:0122:076mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
22:3122:376mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
23:0123:076mBrisbane City FerriesSat
23:3123:376mBrisbane City FerriesFri

Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.

About the Milton ferry terminal – North Quay ferry terminal crossing

Eighteen departures run every day, fourteen on weekdays and seventeen on Saturdays alone. Fifty-nine in total, across six calendars, from 06:16 to 23:31.

Saturday afternoon and evening is the busy part

The seventeen Saturday-only boats run 15:16 to 23:01 — all of them after three in the afternoon. Brisbane puts its extra river capacity where the Saturday night is, not where the commute is.

Six minutes over 0.9 nautical miles

Nine knots down the Brisbane River from Milton to North Quay, at the western edge of the CBD. The CityCat calls at both on its way through.

8 August to 7 October 2026

A two-month edition. The last boat of the week is a Friday-or-Saturday 23:31; on a Sunday the service finishes at 22:01, an hour and a half earlier.

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

Departure port

Milton ferry terminal

Queensland

Port guide & all routes

Arrival port

North Quay ferry terminal

Queensland

Port guide & all routes

Frequently asked questions

What time is the last sailing?

Sailings run from 06:16 to 23:31.

What's the duration of this crossing?

Roughly 6m.

How many times a day does it sail?

43 sailings a day.

Do I need a passport for this ferry?

No, it's a domestic crossing within Australia.

Is there a ferry back from North Quay ferry terminal?

Yes — see the North Quay ferry terminal to Milton ferry terminal ferry for the return schedule.

Who operates the service?

Brisbane City Ferries runs this crossing.

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 6m. 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 6m and several sailings a day (first 06:16, last 23:31), 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 North Quay ferry terminal

Plan a multi-leg trip — these ferries depart North Quay ferry terminal.

Same departure port

More ferries from Milton ferry terminal

Everything else that sails from the same quay.

Sharing a stop

Crossings calling at Milton ferry terminal or North Quay ferry terminal

Nearby links that share a quay with this one.

Timetable valid Sep 6, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026.

Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated September 6, 2026.

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