FerryConnect

Australia

Kettering → Bruny Island

The only public link to Bruny Island, SeaLink’s vehicle ferry shuttles across the D’Entrecasteaux Channel from Kettering, south of Hobart, to Roberts Point on North Bruny. Most visitors bring a car to tour the island’s cheese, oyster and lighthouse stops.

⏱ 15m – 20m🚢 1 operator📅 Every 20 minutes, 365 days a year (roughly 6:10am – 7pm from Kettering)🚗 Vehicles accepted
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Kettering to Bruny Island ferry at a glance

The ferry from Kettering to Bruny Island takes 15m – 20m across the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, operated by SeaLink. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: every 20 minutes, 365 days a year (roughly 6:10am – 7pm from Kettering).

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.

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Return crossing: Bruny Island to Kettering

SeaLink also sails Bruny Island to Kettering, taking 15m – 20m. Return sailings leave Roberts Point about 20 minutes after each Kettering departure, first at 6:30am on weekdays and last at 7:15pm.

Kettering to Bruny Island ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Every 20 minutes daily, 365 days a year; additional services may run at peak periods

Timetable PDF valid from 29 September 2025; slots marked "on demand" may not run.

Published departure times

  • 6:10am (weekdays only)
  • 6:50am
  • 7:30am
  • 8:10am
  • 12:30pm
  • 5:00pm
  • 6:20pm
  • 7:00pm

Return: Return sailings leave Roberts Point about 20 minutes after each Kettering departure, first at 6:30am on weekdays and last at 7:15pm.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

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Source: SeaLink Bruny Island timetable page and PDF. Verified 2026-09-29.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Kettering and Bruny Island

📐 2 Nautical Miles
Kettering⇄Bruny Island
⏱ 15m – 20m · 📐 2 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
SeaLink15m – 20mParrabah, Nairana, Bowen (backup vessel)

Route Features

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Vehicles

Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

No pet facilities

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Distance

2 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Kettering is about a 35–40 minute drive south of Hobart.
  • SeaLink Bruny Island’s customer service centre is at 79 Ferry Road, Kettering.
  • Walk-on passengers travel free of charge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book a specific Bruny Island ferry sailing?
No. SeaLink Bruny Island runs a queueing system: you can pre-purchase a ticket online (valid for 365 days) but vehicles board in arrival order.
How long is the ferry from Kettering to Bruny Island?
The crossing typically takes 15m – 20m. Actual times vary by vessel, season and sea conditions, so check the timetable for your sailing.
How often does the Kettering to Bruny Island ferry sail?
Every 20 minutes daily, 365 days a year; additional services may run at peak periods. Timetable PDF valid from 29 September 2025; slots marked "on demand" may not run. This is the pattern published in the SeaLink Bruny Island timetable page and PDF (checked 2026-09-29); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Kettering to Bruny Island?
SeaLink operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Kettering to Bruny Island ferry?
Yes. Vehicles are carried on this route. Book vehicle space in advance for peak dates, and check the operator’s height, length and trailer limits for campervans and larger vehicles.
Can I take the Kettering to Bruny Island ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Kettering to Bruny Island ferry?
This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
How far is Kettering from Bruny Island by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 2 nautical miles (roughly 4 km).