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QUT Gardens Point ferry terminal to South Bank ferry terminal

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QUT Gardens Point ferry terminal to South Bank ferry terminal Ferry

Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026

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Departs

QUT Gardens Point ferry terminal

Queensland

4m
0.3 nm

Arrives

South Bank ferry terminal

Queensland

Operated byBrisbane City Ferries logoBrisbane City Ferries
Route F170 sailings listed0.3 nm
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At a glance

The QUT Gardens Point ferry terminal to South Bank ferry terminal ferry takes about 4m, with 70 listed sailings between 00:09 and 23:41. It is operated by Brisbane City Ferries.

First sailing
00:09
Last sailing
23:41
Sailings listed
70
Crossing
4m

QUT Gardens Point ferry terminal to South Bank ferry terminal ferry timetable

DepartsArrivesDurationOperatorRuns
00:0900:134mBrisbane City FerriesFri, Sat
06:2606:304mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
06:5406:584mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
07:2607:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
07:3907:434mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
07:5407:584mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
07:5608:004mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:0908:134mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:2608:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
08:3908:434mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:5408:584mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
08:5609:004mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
09:0909:134mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
09:2609:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
09:3909:434mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
09:5610:004mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
10:0910:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
10:2610:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
10:3910:434mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
10:5611:004mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:0911:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:2611:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:3911:434mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:5612:004mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:0912:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:2612:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:3912:434mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:5613:004mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:0913:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:2613:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:3913:434mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:5614:004mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:0914:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:2614:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:3914:434mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:5615:004mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:0915:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:2615:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:3915:434mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:5616:004mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:0916:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:2616:304mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:3916:434mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:5617:004mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
17:0917:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
17:2617:304mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
17:3917:434mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
17:4117:454mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
17:5618:004mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
18:0918:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
18:2618:304mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
18:3918:434mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
18:4118:454mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
18:5619:004mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
19:0919:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
19:2619:304mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
19:3919:434mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
19:4119:454mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
19:5620:004mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
20:0920:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
20:2620:304mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
20:3920:434mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
20:4120:454mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
20:5621:004mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
21:0921:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
21:4121:454mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
22:0922:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
22:4122:454mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
23:0923:134mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
23:4123:454mBrisbane City FerriesFri, Sat

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

About the QUT Gardens Point ferry terminal – South Bank ferry terminal crossing

The QUT Gardens Point ferry terminal and the South Bank ferry terminal sit directly opposite one another on the Brisbane River. This domestic Australian crossing is operated by Brisbane City Ferries and runs every day. The extremely short distance makes it one of the quickest river links in central Brisbane.

As part of the city's public transport network, this route primarily serves students, residents, and local commuters. It connects the Queensland University of Technology campus with the South Bank cultural and recreational precinct. Both terminals also function as hubs, with services connecting onwards to the Maritime Museum, North Quay, and Riverside ferry terminals.

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

QUT Gardens Point ferry terminal

Queensland

Port guide & all routes

Arrival port

South Bank ferry terminal

Queensland

Port guide & all routes

Frequently asked questions

How do I get back from South Bank ferry terminal?

Check the South Bank ferry terminal to QUT Gardens Point ferry terminal ferry for return times.

Which operator provides this service?

Brisbane City Ferries operates this route.

What time is the last sailing?

Sailings run from 00:09 to 23:41.

Does this ferry cross an international border?

No, it's entirely within Australia.

How many sailings run each day?

70 sailings a day, every day.

How long, roughly, is the crossing?

About 4m under normal conditions.

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.

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 00:09, last 23:41), 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.

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.

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Onward sailings from South Bank ferry terminal

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Sharing a stop

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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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