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Riverside ferry terminal to Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal

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Riverside ferry terminal to Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal Ferry

Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026

(c) Photo: Chris Olszewski, CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)

Departs

Riverside ferry terminal

Queensland

5m
0.4 nm

Arrives

Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal

Queensland

Operated byBrisbane City Ferries logoBrisbane City Ferries
Route F177 sailings listed0.4 nm
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At a glance

The Riverside ferry terminal to Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal ferry takes about 5m, with 77 listed sailings between 06:08 and 23:54. It is operated by Brisbane City Ferries.

First sailing
06:08
Last sailing
23:54
Sailings listed
77
Crossing
5m

Riverside ferry terminal to Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal ferry timetable

DepartsDurationOperatorRuns
06:085mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
06:385mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
06:395mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
07:085mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
07:095mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
07:385mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
07:395mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:085mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:095mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
08:245mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
08:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
08:545mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
09:085mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
09:095mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
09:245mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
09:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
09:545mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
10:085mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
10:095mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
10:245mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
10:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
10:545mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:085mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
11:545mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:085mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
12:545mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:085mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
13:545mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:085mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
14:545mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:085mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
15:545mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:085mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
16:545mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
17:085mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
17:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
17:385mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
17:545mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
18:085mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
18:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
18:385mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
18:535mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
18:545mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
19:085mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
19:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
19:385mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
19:535mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
19:545mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
20:085mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
20:245mBrisbane City FerriesDaily
20:385mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
20:535mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
20:545mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
21:235mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
21:245mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
21:535mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
21:545mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
22:235mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
22:245mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
22:535mBrisbane City FerriesWeekends
22:545mBrisbane City FerriesMon–Fri
23:235mBrisbane City FerriesFri
23:245mBrisbane City FerriesSat
23:535mBrisbane City FerriesSat
23:545mBrisbane City FerriesFri

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

About the Riverside ferry terminal – Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal crossing

The Riverside and Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminals are separated by a short stretch of the Brisbane River in Australia. Brisbane City Ferries operates this cross-river connection every day as part of the city's public transport network. This service is one of several routes run by the operator that connect key points along the river.

From the Riverside terminal, other ferry services connect to Hawthorne, Holman Street, and QUT Gardens Point. The Howard Smith Wharves terminal also has a direct link to the Sydney Street ferry terminal. These intersecting routes form part of a wider system used by both local commuters and visitors for travel within central Brisbane.

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

Riverside ferry terminal

Queensland

Port guide & all routes

Arrival port

Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal

Queensland

Port guide & all routes

Frequently asked questions

Does this ferry cross an international border?

No, it's entirely within Australia.

Which company runs this ferry?

Operated by Brisbane City Ferries.

How long does the crossing take?

About 5m.

What time is the last sailing?

Sailings run from 06:08 to 23:54.

How often does the ferry run?

77 sailings a day on this route.

Can I book the return crossing too?

Yes, check the return route for its own times and fares.

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 5m and several sailings a day (first 06:08, last 23:54), 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.

Continue your journey

Onward sailings from Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal

Plan a multi-leg trip — these ferries depart Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal.

Same departure port

More ferries from Riverside ferry terminal

Other crossings departing Riverside ferry terminal.

Sharing a stop

Crossings calling at Riverside ferry terminal or Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal

Other ferries that stop at the same quays — handy for connections and nearby travel.

Timetable valid Jul 25, 2026 – Sep 23, 2026.

Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated July 27, 2026.

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