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 approximately every 20-30 minutes from the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal and takes about 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:

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.

DATE	SHIP	TIMETABLE A OR B
Thursday, 20 March 2025	MSC Magnifica	Timetable A
Saturday, 07 June 2025	Crown Princess	Timetable B

Route Map

Semaphore & Port Adelaide Shuttle Route

Timetable

While we are committed to maintaining the timetables we set, 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.

Bus Stops

A Start - Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal
B Semaphore Road, Bus Stop 44 F, North Side – Shopping, cafes, beach, jetty, foreshore
C Port Adelaide Plaza, Bus Stop 39, West Side – 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 Historical Society Museum
I Finish - Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal

Timetable A -  20 March

Timetable B -  7 June

AM - Morning

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.

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

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.

Cruise Ship metroCARD

A Cruise ship metroCARD is $10 ($5 for eligible Australian concession card holders).

• One full day of unlimited travel at any time on buses, trains and trams in the greater Adelaide metropolitan area.
  Available to buy from:
  The Outer Harbor Railway Station, near where your ship docks.
  The Adelaide Metro InfoCentre at the Adelaide Railway Station on North Terrace.
  You need to have your cruise ship pass with you to buy or travel with a Cruise ship metroCARD.
  Two children up to the age of 15 can travel for free when they are with an adult who is using a Cruise ship metroCARD.
• For further bus and train timetables and ticketing information, please visit the Adelaide Metro website.