How to get from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point by ferry?

Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point - Ferry Timetable

The F8 ferry from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point runs from 07:15 to 22:45, with departures every 30 min-2 hr. The journey takes about 18 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point by ferry

Take one direct ferry from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point in Balmain: take the F8 ferry from Circular Quay Wharf 5 station to Balmain Wharf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is A$6.79. The ferry schedule from Circular Quay Station may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry schedule to Birkenhead Point on the Moovit app.

18minA$6.79
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - F8
Walk to Birkenhead Point
Leaves from Circular Quay Wharf 5

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Circular Quay Wharf 5
    ID 20006
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Ferry - F8
    Wait for ferry
    F8
    Cockatoo Island
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Balmain Wharf
    ID 20413
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to Birkenhead Point
    Walk to
    Birkenhead Point
    490 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Sydney.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transport directions from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point

The distance between Circular Quay Station, Balmain and Birkenhead Point, Balmain is approximately 3.91 km, which can typically be travelled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point by ferry, so no matter how you choose to travel in Balmain – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Ferry timetable from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point

To check the ferry timetable from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Circular Quay Station) and destination (Birkenhead Point), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available ferry routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each ferry, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest ferry timetables.

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point?

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Ferry line F8.

  • Is there a direct ferry between Circular Quay Station and Birkenhead Point?

    Yes, there’s a direct ferry going from Circular Quay Station in Sydney to Birkenhead Point in Balmain in 18 min.

  • Which ferry line goes from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point?

    The F8 ferry line goes from Circular Quay Wharf 5 station near Circular Quay Station in Sydney to Balmain Wharf station near Birkenhead Point in Balmain.

  • How long does it take to travel from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point by ferry?

    The total travel time between Circular Quay Station in Sydney and Birkenhead Point in Balmain by ferry is about 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the ferry near Circular Quay Station to get to Birkenhead Point?

    Get on the F8 ferry from the Circular Quay Wharf 5 station near Circular Quay Station in Sydney.

  • Where do I get off the ferry when travelling between Circular Quay Station and Birkenhead Point?

    Get off the ferry at the Balmain Wharf station, which is closest to Birkenhead Point in Balmain.

  • When is the first ferry from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point?

    The first ferry from Circular Quay Station in Sydney to Birkenhead Point in Balmain is Cockatoo Island. It leaves the Circular Quay Wharf 5 station at 17:45.

  • How much is the ferry fare from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point?

    The ride from Circular Quay Station to Birkenhead Point costs A$6.79.

Popular Routes