Getting to Macau from Hong Kong by Ferry

Hong Kong has 3 main ferry terminals, with several companies operating Hong Kong–Macau ferry services at different price points. TurboJet and Cotai Water Jet are the main companies operating high-speed ferries between Hong Kong and Macau. 

Ferries depart for the Macau Outer Border Ferry Terminal from Shun Tak Centre in Sheung Wan every 15 minutes, between 7am and midnight. Daytime economy fares are HK$171 on weekdays and HK$186 on weekends, while night-time fares cost around HK$211. 

The Hong Kong China Ferry Terminal in Kowloon has ferries sailing between Hong Kong and Macau every day. TurboJet ferries depart every 1.5 hours from 7.30am to 6.30pm (until 9.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays), while Cotai Water Jet ferries depart hourly between 8.15am and 1.15pm. 

The Hong Kong SkyPier at Hong Kong International Airport sail between Hong Kong and Macau every hour. Passengers need to have a same day arrival flight air ticket, a valid ferry ticket, passport, and, if applicable, a visa to use this ferry service to get to Macao. The ferry ticketing counter is located at Transfer Area E2. 

Macau is serviced by 2 ferry terminals, which are about 9 km away from each other. 

The Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal (Macau Maritime Ferry Terminal) spans 3 floors – Arrivals is on the 1st floor and Departures is on the 2nd level. The 3rd floor is dedicated to dining and shopping, along with a passenger waiting area. Onsite facilities include a tourist information counter, travel agencies, luggage storage, and a mobile charging station. 

The Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal is close to the famous Cotai Strip area and Macau International Airport. There are late-night ferry returns (after midnight) from this ferry terminal to Shun Tak Centre in Sheung Wan. 

If you’re severely pressed for time or want to enjoy something extra special, there’s also the option of travelling between Hong Kong and Macau by helicopter. A one-way ride costs around HK$3,000 per passenger, and takes about 16 minutes.