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PO Box 120
Kingscote SA5223
Phone: 61 8 85532657
Fax: 61 8 85532722
Mobile: 0427 679 691
TRAVELLING TO KANGAROO ISLAND
FLY TO KINGSCOTE FROM ADELAIDEThe quickest way to travel to Kangaroo Island is by air into Kingscote Airport, either with Regional Express Airlines , or with Air South Regional. We have provided the current flight schedules, so that you can choose the flights that suit you best. Please note, however, that all flight schedules are subject to change by the individual airlines.When you arrive at Kingscote Airport, hire cars are available, if prebooked, and it's just a 10-minute drive to Kingscote and Island Court. If you do not have transport, we provide transfers to and from the airport for Aus$ 15.00 each way. 
TRAVEL TO KINGSCOTE FROM ADELAIDE
Another option for travelling to Kangaroo Island is via coach or car on the ferry. In summer there are four regular trips to and from the Island each day, two in the morning and two in the afternoon. During the peak periods further sailings are scheduled, but these are not released until the regular sailings are fully booked. In Winter, there are two regular trips to and from the Island each day, one in the morning and one at night each way. The trip from Adelaide to Kingscote takes approximately 4 hours. The timetable is set out below for your information.
|
| COACH | FERRY | SHUTTLEBUS |
|---|---|---|
|
Departs Adelaide |
Departs Cape Jervis |
Departs Penneshaw |
| 6.45 AM | 9.00 AM | 10.00 AM |
| no coach available | 10.00 AM | no shuttlebus available |
| 3.45 PM | 6.00 PM | 7.00 PM |
| no coach available | 7.00 PM | no shuttlebus available |
Leaving Kangaroo Island
| SHUTTLEBUS | FERRY | COACH |
|---|---|---|
|
Departs Kingscote |
Departs Penneshaw |
Departs Cape Jervis |
| 6.45 AM | 8.30 AM | 9.30 AM |
| no shuttlebus available | 10.30 AM | no coach available |
| no shuttlebus available | 5.30 PM | no coach available |
| 5.15 PM | 7.30 PM | 8.30 PM |
In Winter the schedule is the same except for a period of approximately two months between mid-July and mid-September when there is only one ferry running between Cape Jervis and Penneshaw to allow the annual ferry maintenance to be carried out. Please contact us for details of services run during this time.
Fares
As a guide, below are the standard ferry fares. However, you can get great discounts by booking through us. If you require coach connection and/or shuttle services, we are happy to provide you with costs upon request.
| Ferry | Return |
|---|---|
| Vehicle (less than 5 metres) | $ 162 |
| Adults (including driver) | $ 80 per person |
| Students (15-18) | $ 66 per person |
| Children (3-14) | $ 44 per person |
| Childen under 3 | free of charge |
SELF DRIVE HOLIDAY ON KANGAROO ISLAND
This is the most popular way for people to visit Kangaroo Island, as it allows independent travel and the ability to visit many more attractions than are provided by daily tour operators in scheduled tours. Despite the poor reputation of the Island's road surfaces, the main roads are now sealed. The remaining dirt roads are normally accessible by car (ie a 4WD is not a necessity), unless affected by heavy rain in the wetter months of the year. Take your time and drive carefully and you should have no problems.
HIRING A CAR
Many mainland car rental companies will not allow their vehicles to be driven on Kangaroo Island, mainly because of the dirt road surfaces and wildlife. There are a few Adelaide-based companies that allow hire cars on the island, specifically Thrifty Rent-a-Car and Koala Car Rentals. The only Kangaroo Island based car rental companies are:| Hertz KI | Kingscote Office: 08 8553 2390 Mobile: 0427 887 488 |
| Budget KI | Kingscote Office: 08 8553 3133 |
Types of vehicles and hire rates vary, so be sure to check each one out to make sure you get the best deal, or otherwise let us do the phoning for you, saving you time and money on phone calls. Our car rental companies are usually heavily booked, so do not leave your arrangements to the last minute or you may miss out!
STOPOVERS IN ADELAIDE - ACCOMMODATION
If you are coming to KI from further away in Australia or from overseas, you will probably want to stay overnight (or longer) in Adelaide, so that you can leave for the island early in the morning and make the most of your visit. There are several Web sites that will help you find/arrange suitable accommodation.Some of our guests have recommended
for accommodation in Adelaide: www.visitadelaide.com.au and
for accommodation between Adelaide and KI: www.fleurieupeninsula.com.au.
FLIGHT SCHEDULES ADELAIDE - KINGSCOTE - ADELAIDE
Regional ExpressFor bookings phone 13 17 13
or visit the website at www.rex.com.au.
| Route | Departs | Arrives | Day(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide to Kingscote | 7.05 | 7.35 | Every day |
| Adelaide to Kingscote | 9.25 | 9.55 | Every day |
| Adelaide to Kingscote | 11.45 | 12.15 | Every day |
| Adelaide to Kingscote | 5.25 | 5.55 | Every day |
| Adelaide to Kingscote | 6.55 | 7.25 | Every day |
| Route | Departs | Arrives | Day(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingscote to Adelaide | 8.00 | 8.30 | Every day |
| Kingscote to Adelaide | 10.30 | 11.00 | Every day |
| Kingscote to Adelaide | 12.40 | 1.10 | Every day |
| Kingscote to Adelaide | 6.30 | 7.00 | Every day |
| Kingscote to Adelaide | 7.50 | 8.20 | Every day |
Air South Regional
For bookings phone 08 8234 4988 or Freecall 1800 339 629.
You can also book flights with Air South Regional through us.
| Route | Departs | Arrives | Day(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide to Kingscote | 7.00 | 7.30 | Every day |
| Adelaide to Kingscote | 9.00 | 9.30 | Every day |
| Adelaide to Kingscote | 15.30 | 16.00 | Every day |
| Adelaide to Kingscote | 17.30 | 18.00 | Every day |
| Route | Departs | Arrives | Day(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingscote to Adelaide | 8.00 | 8.30 | Every day |
| Kingscote to Adelaide | 10.00 | 10.30 | Every day |
| Kingscote to Adelaide | 16.30 | 17.00 | Every day |
| Kingscote to Adelaide | 18.30 | 19.00 | Every day |
