Auckland to Waiheke Island
Located in the Hauraki Gulf, Waiheke Island is a ferry ride from downtown Auckland.
Passenger Ferry
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Fullers360 from Downtown Ferry Terminal
Departs: Downtown Ferry Terminal, 99 Quay Street, Auckland Central
Arrives: Matiatia Ferry Terminal, Waiheke Island. This is a 5 minute taxi ride from the wedding venue, Mudbrick Vineyard.
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Approx. 40 minutes
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Ferries depart regularly, depending on time of day.
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Adult return tickets start at $46 NZD. Fare varies depending on time of day. Tickets online from Fullers360
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Auckland Transport HOP cards can provide cheaper rates on some sailings
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Important ferry information
As we're celebrating together on beautiful Waiheke Island, we want to make sure you have a smooth journey. It's a long weekend with Waitangi Day, and this will be one of the busiest times of the year for ferry services to Waiheke.
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Travel Tips:
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Arrive at least an hour before your planned ferry.
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Choose an earlier ferry than you might expect.
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Most Fullers ferry tickets aren’t for specific time bookings. To ensure you have enough time to catch your ferry and enjoy the day, we recommend arriving ahead of time, especially during busy hours (9-11am)
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Be prepared for potential queues, the line for the ferry will be very long especially as it’s a popular travel weekend. Getting there early will give you a little buffer and help you avoid any last-minute stress.
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For a relaxing day, we suggest catching the 11am ferry and having lunch on the island. The final ferry which will arrive in time for the ceremony departs Auckland at 3pm.
The last two passenger ferries home at the end of the night are at 11:00pm and 00:30am.​​
Car Ferry – SeaLink
From Hamer Street, Wynyard Quarter.
The best option for travellers bringing a car
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Departs: SeaLink Ferry Terminal at Hamer Street, Wynyard Quarter
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Arrives: Kennedy Point Wharf, Waiheke Island (20 minutes drive to Mudbrick)
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Duration: Approx. 60-90 minutes
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Frequency: Runs regularly, but not as frequently as Fullers.
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Cost: Slightly more than Fullers, with car and passenger tickets
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Booking required: SeaLink ferries are popular, especially on weekends and holidays. It’s essential to book in advance—especially if you’re bringing a vehicle. Prices increase closer to the date.
Getting around Waiheke​
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Public buses are available and most services connect with ferry arrival and departure times.
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Taxis and shuttles are available at Easy Transport Waiheke, Waiheke Five or Waiheke Taxi - call to book if needed.​
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Rent your own car with Waiheke Rentals or Waiheke Rental Cars
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Hit the pedals and explore Waiheke Island on a mountain bike or e-bike. Cycle to cafés, past vineyards, or on rugged coastal tracks. Check out Waiheke bike and e-bike hire
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Make use of the Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus. The bus meets each ferry on arrival every Friday, Saturday and Sunday and makes 15 stops around the island including popular vineyards, beaches and restaurants