How do I get to Magnetic Island?
Magnetic Island is accessible via regular Sealink passenger ferries and Magnetic Island Ferries vehicle services departing from Townsville. Both services travel roughly 8km across the chanenel to Nelly Bay.
Travellers can reach the ferry terminal by taxi, rideshare, shuttle or public transport from Townsville Airport.
Passenger Ferry
Regular passenger ferry transfers to and from Magnetic Island are booked through SeaLink and take approximately 20minutes and departs from the Breakwater Terminal. There are up to 17 return services to Magnetic Island every day
Visit SeaLink’s Website for updated timetables, ferry costings and to make a booking.
Car Ferry
Car Ferry Transfers to and from Magnetic Island are booked through Magnetic Island Ferries. The car barge takes approximately 40-45 minutes and departs from Ross Street, South Townsville.
Visit Magnetic Island Ferries website for updated timetables, ferry costings and to make a booking.
How do I get from the Townsville Airport to the Ferry Terminal?
Getting to the Ferry Terminals in Townsville from the airport is easy! You can catch a taxi right out the front of the aiport and it’s about a 10 to 15-minute ride.
There’s also a shuttle service that runs 7 days a week. Please visit Townsville Shuttle Services website for updated timetables, costings and to make a booking.
Is there parking at the passenger ferry terminal?
Yes, parking is available at the SeaLink Passenger Ferry Terminal in Townsville starting from $10.00 per day for a standard vehicle. The car park has adequate lightning, though it isn’t fenced, so vehicles are left at your own risk.