Central Piers Launch Regular Ferry Services to Three Hong Kong Islands

Ferries from Central provide direct access to Cheung Chau, Lamma Island and Peng Chau through dedicated piers and operators. Services run on set timetables with weekday fares listed for each route.

These ferry links allow travel beyond the urban core to quieter island settings. Residents and visitors rely on the connections for day trips and longer stays, with operators maintaining consistent departures across the routes.

Cheung Chau

Ferries to Cheung Chau leave from Central Pier 5 on services operated by Sun Ferry. Fast ferries complete the journey in 35 to 40 minutes at a weekday fare of HK$29.20, while regular ferries take about 60 minutes for HK$14.80. Service hours extend from 04:15 AM to 01:30 AM, including overnight sailings at 01:30 and 04:15, with departures every 20 to 50 minutes depending on the time of day.

Lamma Island

Ferries to Lamma Island operate exclusively from Central Pier 4 by Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry. Routes reach Yung Shue Wan in about 30 minutes for HK$22.10 and Sok Kwu Wan in about 45 minutes. Departures occur every 20 to 60 minutes throughout the day.

Peng Chau

Ferries to Peng Chau depart from Central Pier 6, also run by Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry. The crossing takes approximately 40 minutes at a standard weekday fare of HK$19.80. Additional inter-island options include Sun Ferry connections from Peng Chau to Cheung Chau every three hours.

Weekend and public holiday fares add a surcharge of HK$5 to HK$10 across the routes. These details come from operator schedules and route guides that list exact piers, durations and costs for each island.

Travelers should confirm current departure times directly with the operators before heading to the piers, as frequencies can vary by day and season. Online or on-site ticket options remain available for each service.