Ferry services

The Transperth ferry operates between the Barrack St Jetty in Perth and Mends St Jetty in South Perth. The ferry operates on two timetables, the Winter timetable which operates between May and August; and the Summer timetable which operates between September and April. Click here to download the ferry timetable.

South Perth Esplanade

The ferry is a great way to visit the various restaurants, bars, pubs and retail outlets along the South Perth Esplanade just minutes away from the Mends St Jetty.

Ferry history

Ferry services on the Swan River began in 1829, two years after the colony was settled. Using whale boats, this service ran between Fremantle and Guildford once a month. For the early settlers river travel was comparatively fast and more comfortable than the rough bush tracks that ran along the rivers edge.

In 1897, a channel was dredged between Barrack Street Jetty and Mends Street and by 1898 there was a regular service between these two points. Today the trip is swift and comfortable giving easy access between the South Perth foreshore and the city.

		Visit Perth Zoo
Visit Perth Zoo to experience exotic and Australian animals in naturalistic settings within lush garden surrounds. Perth Zoo is only five minutes walk from Mends St Jetty and is open 9am to 5pm daily. Visit http://www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au for more information.

		Stop at the Old Mill
Stop at the Old Mill and discover the history of one of Perth’s oldest historic landmarks. Dine at one of the fine restaurants along the South Perth foreshore overlooking the river or you can spend a day on the foreshore and enjoy a barbeque in the park with your friends.

		Visit the Swan Bells
Visit the Swan Bells at Barrack Square and admire the landmark built to celebrate the Australian Bicentennial. From here, the Blue Central Area Transit (CAT) services depart from Barrack St Jetty and can connect you to many other locations around Perth for free.