Cruise Shuttle & Getting Around

The PAE Cruise Shuttle Bus operates on select arrival dates. This service provides an excellent opportunity for passengers who aren't part of pre-organised tours to explore the attractions, experiences, and businesses of Port Adelaide & Coast.

The shuttle will depart every 30 minutes from the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal and takes approximately 15 minutes to get to Semaphore and 20 minutes to get to Port Adelaide.

The shuttle is free for cruise passengers and crew. Please note that this is not a guided tour experience.

Shuttle Dates:

Sun, 12 Nov 2023: Brilliance of the Seas
Thu, 16 Nov 2023: Coral Princess
Tue, 12 Dec 2023: Brilliance of the Seas
Fri, 15 Dec 2023: Majestic Princess
Sat, 06 Jan 2024: Aidasol
Mon, 08 Jan 2024: Noordam
Fri, 26 Jan 2024: Ovation of the Seas
Wed, 06 Mar 2024: Brilliance of the Seas
Wed, 20 Mar 2024: Coral Princess
Tue, 09 Apr 2024: Celebrity Edge

Join the shuttle on these dates and make the most of your visit by exploring the vibrant offerings of Port Adelaide & Coast. Whether you're an adventurer, a foodie, or a culture enthusiast, there's something here for everyone.

Route Map

Please note that the shuttle route and stops are subject to change. Below is the shuttle route for March & April 2024.

Stops

A  Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal
B  Semaphore Road, Bus Stop 44 F, North Side – Shopping, cafes, beach, jetty, foreshore
C  Port Adelaide Plaza – Shopping precinct, Commercial Road
D  Port Adelaide Visitor Information Centre – State Heritage Area, SA Maritime Museum, Port River Cruises, St Vincent St cafes & retail
E  Baker Street – Pirate Life Brewing & National Railway Museum
F  South Australian Aviation Museum
G City of Adelaide Clipper Ship
H Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal

Timetable

While we are committed to maintaining the timetable below, unforeseen factors beyond our control may impact its adherence. Your patience is appreciated. Please note that our efforts to provide timely transportation to the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal are offered as a complimentary value-add service. If you have concerns about reaching the terminal on time for your cruise departure, we recommend considering alternative transport options.

Timetable for Tuesday 9 April 2024 – 8:45 am to 5pm

Stop

Bus A

Bus B

Bus A

Bus B

Bus A

Bus B

Bus A

Bus B

Bus A

Lunch Break

Bus B

Bus A

Bus B

Bus A

Bus B

8:45AM

9:15AM

9:45AM

10:15AM

10:45AM

11:15AM

11:45AM

12:15PM

12:45PM

2:00PM

2:30PM

3:00PM

3:30PM

4:00PM

8:55AM

9:25AM

9:55AM

10:25AM

10:55AM

11:25AM

11:55AM

12:25PM

12:55PM

2:10PM

2:40PM

3:10PM

3:40PM

4:10PM

9:05AM

9:35AM

10:05AM

10:35AM

11:05AM

11:35AM

12:05PM

12:35PM

1:05PM

2:20PM

2:50PM

3:20PM

3:50PM

4:20PM

9:10AM

9:40AM

10:10AM

10:40AM

11:10AM

11:40AM

12:10PM

12:40PM

1:10PM

2:25PM

2:55PM

3:25PM

3:55PM

4:25PM

9:45AM

10:15AM

10:45AM

11:15AM

11:45AM

12:15PM

12:45PM

1:15PM

2:30PM

3:00PM

3:30PM

4:00PM

4:30PM

9:50AM

10:20AM

10:50AM

11:20AM

11:50AM

12:20PM

12:50PM

1:20PM

2:35PM

3:05PM

3:35PM

4:05PM

10:00AM

10:30AM

11:00AM

11:30AM

12:00PM

12:30PM

1:00PM

1:30PM

2:45PM

3:15PM

9:45AM

10:15AM

10:45AM

11:15AM

11:45AM

12:15PM

12:45PM

1:15PM

1:45PM

3:00PM

3:30PM

4:00PM

4:30PM

5:00PM

Getting Around & Public Transport

Walking

Close to the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal are a few places of interest within walking distance, perfect if you’re not planning on venturing too far. All distances and times are one way.

Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal to Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron – 750 metres, mostly flat walk, approximately 10 - 12 minutes.
Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal to North Haven Golf Club – 850 metres, mostly flat walk, approximately 10 - 12 minutes.
Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal to Gulf Point Centre and Sailmaster Tavern at North Haven Marina – 1.4 kilometres, mostly flat walk, approximately 20 minutes.
Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal to North Haven Shopping Centre – 2.8 kilometres, mostly flat walk, approximately 40 minutes.

Train – Outer Harbor line

The train line that runs from the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal is the Outer Harbor train line. It runs from Outer Harbor to the Adelaide CBD. It's a 45-minute train ride to the city from Outer Harbor.

To get around locally with the Port Adelaide and Coast region here’s a quick snapshot of the main spots and the best train stops to access them.

North Haven Shopping Centre: disembark at the Osborne Railway Station.

Largs Bay: disembark at the Largs Bay Railway Station.

Semaphore: disembark at the Glanville Railway Station.

Port Adelaide: disembark at the Port Adelaide Railway Station.

Alberton: disembark at the Alberton Railway Station.

Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal: disembark at the Outer Harbor Railway Station.

The train runs approximately every 30 minutes on weekdays and every 60 minutes on weekends. You can pay for a ticket onboard using your credit/debit card.

Fares

Peak travel times:

Before 9.00 AM and after 3.00 PM Monday to Friday
All day Saturday

Off-peak travel times:

9.01 AM to 3.00 PM Monday to Friday
All day Sunday and public holidays

Ticket Type	Peak travel	Off-peak travel
Regular Tap & Pay	$4.25	$2.40
Regular Daytrip	$11.70
Concession Single trip	$3.10	$1.50
Concession Day trip	$5.90
Seniors Card - SA	Free
Interstate Seniors	Free 14-day ticket for travel during off-peak times and weekends. Pick up a ticket from the Port Adelaide Visitor Information Centre.

For further bus and train timetables and ticketing information, please visit the Adelaide Metro website.

Taxi/Rideshare

Rideshare services are usually available more frequently with faster pick-up times in the Port Adelaide & Coast area. Taxis are still reliable though.

Adelaide Access Taxis 1300 360 940
Adelaide Independent Taxis 13 22 11
Suburban Taxis Adelaide 131 008
13cabs 13 22 27
Uber, Didi, Ola, Shebah – download their apps to book