Wellington Harbour Ferries
Wellington Harbour Ferries provide services between Queens Wharf and Days Bay. You can buy tickets on board or at the East by West ticket office at Queens Wharf. Opening hours and information about payment options are available on their website.
Mātiu/Somes Island is closed from 19 February 2023 for approximately 6 to 8 months for wharf improvements. There are no ferry services to the island during these works.
Ferries no longer serve the Petone Wharf, which was damaged during an earthquake.
East By West will not be resuming services from Days Bay into Seatoun. They are currently looking into the feasibility of resuming services from Queens Wharf to Seatoun, and will update when they have made a decision.
Tickets
Queens Wharf to Days Bay
Children under 5 travel free. SuperGold cardholders(external link) travel free during off-peak hours(external link), but still need to collect a ticket from the ticket office if it is open. Connect Concession includes passengers with a valid Community Services Card.
Tickets can be purchased from the ticket office at Queens Wharf or on board. Cash, Eftpos, contactless cards and credit cards are accepted. Snapper, day passes and 30 day passes are not accepted.
| Ticket type | Adult | Child (5-16) | Accessible | Tertiary | Connect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
One-way |
$14.00 | $7.00 | $7.00 | N/A | $7.00 |
Return |
$28.00 | $14.00 | $14.00 | N/A | $14.00 |
10-trip |
$96.00 | $48.00 | $48.00 | $60.00 | $48.00 |
There is limited access on the ferries for passengers using mobility aids, such as wheelchairs. Please phone East By West ferries on 04 499 1282 or email info@eastbywest.co.nz before travelling.
Bikes and dogs on leads are permitted on the ferry between Queens Wharf and Days Bay, but must remain on the upper deck.
Last published: Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 4:16 AM