{"id":691,"date":"2024-06-22T06:30:55","date_gmt":"2024-06-22T06:30:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adelaidetalks.com.au\/?p=691"},"modified":"2024-06-22T06:35:49","modified_gmt":"2024-06-22T06:35:49","slug":"how-to-go-to-kangaroo-island-from-adelaide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adelaidetalks.com.au\/how-to-go-to-kangaroo-island-from-adelaide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Go to Kangaroo Island From Adelaide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>To get to Kangaroo Island from Adelaide&#044; you have two main options&#058; driving and taking the ferry&#044; or flying.<\/p>\n<p>The drive takes about 1.5 hours to Cape Jervis&#044; where you&#039;ll catch the ferry for another 45 minutes. Alternatively&#044; you can fly from Adelaide Airport in just 30-40 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Whichever way you go&#044; make sure to plan ahead by booking ferry tickets or flights&#044; as well as accommodation and car rentals&#044; especially during busy times. With a bit of preparation&#044; you&#039;ll be enjoying the island vibes in no time.<\/p>\n<p>Along the journey&#044; you&#039;ll discover more helpful tips to make your trip truly memorable.<\/p>\n<h2>TLDR<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Drive to Cape Jervis&#044; about 1.5 hours from Adelaide&#044; and hop on the ferry to Kangaroo Island.<\/li>\n<li>Another option is to take a quick 30-40 minute flight from Adelaide to Kingscote Airport on Kangaroo Island.<\/li>\n<li>It&#039;s smart to book your ferry tickets early&#044; especially during busy times&#044; for a hassle-free journey.<\/li>\n<li>Plan for 2 hours for travel and check-in before leaving from Cape Jervis.<\/li>\n<li>Starting October 2023&#044; you can reserve parking at Cape Jervis and book a coach service from Adelaide for added convenience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Getting to Kangaroo Island<\/h2>\n<div class=\"body-image-wrapper\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1006\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/adelaidetalks.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/exploring_kangaroo_island_s_beauty.jpg\" alt=\"exploring kangaroo island s beauty\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 16\/9\"><\/div>\n<p>To get to Kangaroo Island&#044; first head to Cape Jervis&#044; where the ferry departs. It&#039;s about a 1.5-hour drive from Adelaide.<\/p>\n<p>Starting in October 2023&#044; you can catch LinkSA&#039;s coach service from Adelaide to Cape Jervis. If you prefer to drive&#044; there&#039;s secure parking at Cape Jervis.<\/p>\n<p>Allow at least 2 hours for travel and check-in before the ferry leaves. Remember to book your ferry and accommodation in advance for a hassle-free trip.<\/p>\n<p>Planning ahead will let you focus on the excitement of your upcoming adventure on Kangaroo Island&#033;<\/p>\n<h2>Flying to Kangaroo Island<\/h2>\n<p>Forget the long drive and ferry trip and hop on a quick 30-40 minute flight from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island with QantasLink. This tip will save you heaps of travel time&#044; so you can enjoy your trip to the max. Remember to get to Adelaide Airport at least an hour before your flight.<\/p>\n<p>QantasLink runs flights twice a day&#044; flying straight to Kingscote Airport on Kangaroo Island. While you&#039;re up in the air&#044; take in the stunning views of the coast. With your flight sorted&#044; you can concentrate on planning your island adventure.<\/p>\n<h2>Taking the Kangaroo Island Ferry<\/h2>\n<div class=\"body-image-wrapper\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1006\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/adelaidetalks.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/traveling_to_kangaroo_island.jpg\" alt=\"traveling to kangaroo island\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 16\/9\"><\/div>\n<p>Your trip to Kangaroo Island starts at Cape Jervis&#044; where the ferry departs multiple times a day&#044; with up to 12 trips back and forth during busy times. It&#039;s smart to book your ferry tickets ahead of time&#044; especially in peak seasons&#044; to get the times you want. Booking early is key because spots can fill up fast when it&#039;s busy.<\/p>\n<p>You might also want to think about getting travel insurance to cover any hiccups with the ferry. When you leave Cape Jervis for Penneshaw&#044; get ready for an awesome adventure on Kangaroo Island. Keep in mind that yearly maintenance might affect how many people can be on the deck and the schedule&#044; so plan ahead.<\/p>\n<h2>Planning Your Island Itinerary<\/h2>\n<p>You&#039;ve got your ferry tickets&#044; now it&#039;s time to plan an awesome adventure on Kangaroo Island. Start by booking a place to stay and renting a car to explore the island easily.<\/p>\n<p>Think about what you want to do &#8211; like seeing wildlife&#044; trying local food&#044; and chilling on beautiful beaches. Relax and enjoy planning the fun parts&#033; Create an itinerary that suits you&#044; whether you&#039;re there for a day or longer.<\/p>\n<p>Planning ahead will help you make the most of your trip and create amazing memories on Kangaroo Island.<\/p>\n<h2>Preparing for Your Island Trip<\/h2>\n<div class=\"body-image-wrapper\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1006\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/adelaidetalks.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/packing_essentials_for_vacation.jpg\" alt=\"packing essentials for vacation\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 16\/9\"><\/div>\n<p>Before you hop onto Kangaroo Island&#044; make sure to get ready by booking all the things you need in advance to avoid any last-minute stress. Remember to book your ferry&#044; tours&#044; and where you&#039;ll stay beforehand to make your trip from Adelaide go smoothly.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#039;t forget to pack important items like sunscreen&#044; sunnies&#044; and comfy shoes for exploring the island. And when it comes to food&#044; make sure to try some local goodies like fresh seafood and Aussie wines.<\/p>\n<p>Think about organizing a car rental or shuttle service to get around the island easily. With a bit of planning&#044; you&#039;ll be all set to enjoy the island&#039;s stunning nature and unique wildlife.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Congratulations on reaching the end of your Kangaroo Island planning journey&#033; You have options like flights and ferries to get there&#044; so take your pick. Remember to plan ahead&#044; book where you&#039;ll stay&#044; and get ready for some island fun.<\/p>\n<p>Keep some time free for unexpected wildlife encounters &#8211; they&#039;re a big part of the KI experience. Locals reckon &#039;KI will get under your skin&#044;&#039; and with good prep&#044; you&#039;ll be hooked from the get-go on this Aussie gem.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Opt for a stress-free trip to Kangaroo Island from Adelaide by discovering the best transportation options and insider tips.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":690,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"Travelling to Kangaroo Island: Ferry or Flight Guide From Adelaide","_seopress_titles_desc":"Discover the easiest ways to travel from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island, be it by ferry or flight. Book in advance to enjoy a hassle-free journey. 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