Transport
Getting here
There are many easy ways to get to King Island and start your holiday.
There are no passenger ferries to the island so you’ll need to fly, either from Tasmania (Burnie – Wynyard or Launceston) or mainland Australia (Melbourne).
Car Hire
King Island has two car hire agencies. Both offer friendly, personal service and have a desk at the airport. As King Island has no public bus service, a hire car is the ideal way to explore the island at your own pace. Please Note – Fuel is available to buy in Currie and Grassy only.
Transfer Service
Ruby Red operates as a general restricted hire vehicle service. Licence no G0017. Based in Currie they offer a service for King Island Residents and Visitors.
Travel Packages
There is a number of operators offering packages that can offer customised packages according to your interests and budget.
Biosecurity
You can help protect our beautiful island by ensuring you don’t bring any unwanted pest guests with you when you come to visit and stay.