Getting to and around Bruny Island

So you've got your tickets, planned your evening events, now how do you get to the island??

Use this group to organise carpooling (save on fuel and ferry costs), and sharing accomodation!
Bruny Bird Festival Public Facebook Group

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Bruny Island lies approx 70km SE of Hobart and is accessed by vehicular ferry which leaves from Kettering.

 

Ferry Times

The Bruny Island ferries depart from Kettering approx 45 mins travel time south of Hobart.
Bookings are not currently required. Fares are payable at Kettering (includes return crossing).  
Payment can be made by card or cash.

Click here for the current timetable 

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Please note that many destinations on the Island will involve sections of unsealed roads.
(Let your hire car company know you are coming to Bruny, they may need you to fill out extra paperwork)
 

There is no public transport or taxi service on Bruny Island.