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Service Updates

October 15, 2024

  • 11:36 AM: In the interest of safety the following Westernport Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds: 11:50 Stony Point to French Island and 12:10 French Island to Stony Point. Next possible 14:35 Stony Point to French Island/Phillip Island.
  • 11:33 AM: In the interest of safety the following Westernport Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds: 11:50 Stony Point to French Island and 12:10 French Island to Stony Point. Next possible 14:35 Stony Point to French Island/Phillip Island.
  • 10:10 AM: In the interest of safety the following Western Port Ferries Services have been cancelled due to strong winds: 10:45 Stony Point to Philip Island and 11:10 Philip Island to Stony Point.

October 10, 2024

  • 2:06 PM: In the interest of safety the following Westernport Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds/ weather: 14:35 Stony Point to French Island/Phillip Island and 15:20 Phillip Island to French Island/Stony Point. Next possible 16:15 Stony Point to French Island.
  • 11:16 AM: In the interest of safety the following Western Port Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds/weather: 11:50 Stony Point to French Island & 12:10 French Island to Stony Point. Next possible 14:35 Stony Point to French Island/Phillip Island.
  • 9:53 AM: Due to the decrease in weather conditions all Westernport Ferries services are now back up and running as scheduled.
  • 9:27 AM: In the interest of safety the following Westernport Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds/ weather: 10:00 Stony Point to French Island and 10:20 French Island to Stony Point. Next possible 10:45 Stony Point to Phillip Island.
  • 8:12 AM: In the interest of safety the following Western Port Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds/weather: 09:00 French Island to Stony Point. Next possible 10:00 Stony Point to French Island.

October 07, 2024

  • 11:21 AM: A reminder that the 11:50 Stony Point to French Island and 12:10 French Island to Stony Point will not be running due to scheduled maintenance.

October 06, 2024

  • 11:38 AM: In the interest of safety, the following Western Port Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds/weather: 12:00 Stony Point to Phillip Island, 12:15 French Island to Phillip Island, 12:40 Phillip Island to French Island/Stony Point. Stony Point to French Island will run at this stage.
  • 9:21 AM: In the interest of safety, the following Western Port Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds/weather: 10:15 Stony Point to Phillip Island, 10:35 French Island to Phillip Island, 11:05 Phillip Island to French Island/Stony Point. Stony Point to French Island will run at this stage.

October 04, 2024

  • 2:05 PM: In the interest of safety the following Western Port Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds/weather: 14:35 Stony Point to French Island & 14:55 French Island to Phillip Island.
  • 11:39 AM: In the interest of safety the following Western Port Ferries services have been cancelled due to strong winds/weather: 11:50 Stony Point to French Island & 12:10 French Island to Stony Point.

September 29, 2024

  • 5:02 PM: Please be advised that services have resumed in accordance with the timetable. Thank you.
  • 9:39 AM: Due to mechanical issues the following Western Port Ferries services have been CANCELLED: 10:15 Stony Point to French Island & Phillip Island & 11:05 Phillip Island to French Island and Stony Point. ALL future services will be CANCELLED until further notice.

September 25, 2024

  • 3:43 PM: Due to a mechanical issue, the 16:15 Stony Point to French Island will be cancelled. Services will resume per the timetable as of the 16:35 French Island to Stony Point.
  • 2:15 PM: Due to a mechanical issue, the 14:35 Stony Point to French Island/Phillip Island and 15:20 Phillip Island to French Island/Stony Point will be DELAYED and will depart ASAP.

TRAVEL/WEATHER CONDITIONS

Please note the ferries are not ‘all weather ferries’ and are subject to weather and sea conditions. In the interest of passenger safety cancellations without notification may occur. Passengers are advised to check weather conditions before travel and check our website right up to the time of travel for any disruptions to service.

FAQ's

What time do I need to arrive at the jetty for boarding?

Please arrive at the jetty at least 10 minutes prior to departure.

Where can I park?
Street Car parking is available at both Stony Point and Cowes, however, it is not secure and the company does not take responsibility for the cars of passengers left at the piers.
Does the ferry operate in rough weather?
Weather and sea conditions, as well as tidal variations can make operations challenging in this area. In the interest of passenger safety, Western Port Ferries cannot guarantee operations daily in accordance with our timetable. Passengers are encouraged to visit our website on the day of travel to check the operation times.
How can I book?
We recommend that you book online.  There are limited tickets available for purchase onboard.
What are the accepted Payment Methods?

Onboard ticket purchase – Cash, EFTPOS, Mastercard and Visa.

All fares are inclusive of GST and Western Port Ferries reserves the right to alter times and/or fares without prior notice.

Can I take my push bike/bicycle on the ferry?
Yes, push bikes/bicycles can travel on the ferry with the rider. Due to limited storage for push bikes/bicycles, we recommend that passengers intending to bring a push bike/bicycle book online.  The applicable fare applies view fares here.
Can I take my dog on the ferry and how much will it cost?
Yes, you can travel with your dog and at no extra cost. However, the dog must be on a leash and is restricted to the external decks (not permitted in the passenger lounge.) The only exceptions are guide dogs (‘seeing eye’ dogs and ‘hearing’ dogs), who must accompany their owners into the passenger areas. Guide dogs in training are also allowed in all areas of the vessel so long as they are wearing their guide dog in training vest.
Freight and Luggage Queries?
Passengers may travel with freight and luggage at no extra charge. Unaccompanied freight consignments are not permitted.
Travellers rate us 4.5 out of 5 on Trip Advisor
Another relaxing ride on the" Naturaliste" vessel from Stony Point to Cowes.
ThankYou to the Captain of Naturaliste Ferry for his sharp eye in spotting the whale on our voyage between French Island and Phillip Island
Best way to spend the day.
Just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to Westernport Ferries and inparticular to "Captain Anthony" for the time that you took to explain the running of the ferry including your generous acceptance to have a photo with our grandchilden.

Smooth sailing
Our return trip to Phillip Island was smooth sailing, barely knew we were on water. The staff were friendly and the ferry was on time. We brought our bikes onboard as we rode them around the island and the staff were accommodating.

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