How to Go to Macau from Hong Kong by TurboJet Ferry

Planning to visit Macau from Hong Kong? Taking the ferry is one way to get there, but figuring out where to go and which terminal to use can be confusing, especially if it's your first time.

In this guide, I'm sharing how to get to Macau from Hong Kong by TurboJET ferry, including how to find the terminal, book your tickets, and what to expect. I'll also share my own experience and the little mistake I made along the way!

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How to Get from Hong Kong to Macau: Ferry vs Bus

When traveling from Hong Kong to Macau, you can take a ferry or cross the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge by bus.

If you prefer to take the ferry, two main ferry operators serve this route:

• TurboJET
• Cotai Water Jet.

I haven't tried Cotai Water Jet or the bus, so I can't really compare them based on personal experience. During my visit in 2019, I booked my ferry ticket with TurboJET, and that's what I'll be sharing in this guide.

If you'd rather travel by road across the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge, you can take a shuttle bus or book a cross-boundary coach. Check the departure and arrival points carefully, as they can affect how you reach your final destination. For more information, you may refer to the HZMB's official website.

Prefer travelling by bus? Check bus and transfer options on Klook and compare the available routes and pricing before booking.

Hong Kong Ferry Terminals: Sheung Wan vs Tsim Sha Tsui

Before booking your ticket, take note of the departure terminal. For the regular ferry route to Macau, two Hong Kong terminals to know are Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal in Sheung Wan and China Ferry Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui. Make sure you select the correct terminal when booking.

• Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal – Located at Shun Tak Centre in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Island.
• China Ferry Terminal – Located inside China Hong Kong City on Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon.

I admit I was so consumed with hiking the Hong Kong Trail that I missed this important detail when I was planning my day trip to Macau! As I mentioned in my Ngong Ping 360 guide, I stayed near Tsim Sha Tsui MTR Station. Yet somehow, I found myself lost in Central while looking for the ferry terminal. I should've booked the one in Tsim Sha Tsui!😅

How to Get to the Ferry Terminal in Hong Kong

Once you are familiar with which terminal you are using, let's now discuss directions! I'll try my best to guide you because I've had my fair share of getting lost while looking for the ferry terminal to Macau. In this section, here's directions how to get to the ferry terminals by MTR:

Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal (Sheung Wan)

• Take the MTR to Sheung Wan Station on the Island Line and take Exit D.
• Follow the signs to Shun Tak Centre and the ferry terminal.

China Ferry Terminal (Tsim Sha Tsui)

• Take the MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui Station, take the A1 Exit.
• Walk towards China Hong Kong City at 33 Canton Road. The terminal is a few minutes' walk from the station, so allow extra time to find your way there.

Once you are inside the terminal (from any of the two), follow the signs for your ferry operator and departure gate. If you booked online, check your booking confirmation to see whether you need to collect a physical ticket or can use your booking confirmation directly. You'll also need to complete the required immigration and document checks before boarding.

Travel tip: Check your ticket carefully before setting off. The two terminals are in different parts of Hong Kong, and heading to the wrong one could mean a stressful last-minute dash!

Macau Ferry Terminals: Outer Harbour vs. Taipa

When travelling between Hong Kong and Macau by ferry, kindly check which terminal you're arriving at. TurboJET operates services to Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal and Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal, and they're in different locations.

• Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal – Located on the Macau Peninsula. This terminal can be convenient if you're planning to explore the historic city centre and nearby attractions.
• Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal – Located on Taipa. This terminal is more convenient if you're heading to the Cotai area, where you'll find many of Macau's large hotels and resorts.

Before booking, consider where you plan to go in Macau and check the arrival terminal on your ticket. Also check your return departure terminal, as it may not be the same one you arrived at.

TurboJET Ferry Schedule: Hong Kong to Macau

The ferry journey between Hong Kong and Macau takes approximately 60 minutes. TurboJET operates sailings between Hong Kong (Sheung Wan) and both Macau Outer Harbour and Taipa.

Here's the sailing schedule effective 16 October 2026, taken from the official TurboJET website.

Sailing times may change, so always check the official schedules of the operators before booking and before your actual travel date.

Ferry Ticket & Cost

Instead of buying my ticket at the terminal, I booked it through Klook. Back in 2019, the ticket price varied depending on a few factors:

• Journey: One-way or round-trip
• Sailing day: Weekday or weekend
• Ticket type: Fixed date and time, or fixed date with an open sailing time (meaning you could choose your departure time on the selected day, subject to the ticket's terms and available sailings)

Here's a screenshot of the round-trip TurboJET ticket I purchased through Klook back in 2019.

My ticket cost AED 135 (approximately US$36) for a weekday round trip with a fixed date and open sailing time. That was the price I paid in 2019. Sailing schedules and prices may have changed so ensure to check accordingly.

Planning your own trip? Check the availability of TurboJET Tickets between Hong Kong and Macau on Klook for the current prices.

My TurboJet Ferry Experience

Unfortunately, I don't have any photos of my TurboJET ferry experience to share. My laptop, including its hard drive, broke down in 2020, and I didn't have proper backups of all my photos. So, bear with me as I take you through this part of my trip without any photos! Hopefully, I'll get the chance to ride the ferry again someday and update this post with new ones.

Anyway, back to my ferry experience! Since I'm no ferry expert, and I haven't tried other operators on this route, so I can't really make comparisons. From my experience, though, the TurboJET ferry ride was pretty decent. There were plenty of seats, including Superior and VIP options, washrooms, Wi-Fi, audio-visual entertainment, and air conditioning throughout the ferry. Just don't expect the entertainment setup you'd typically find on a plane!

Overall, I think taking the ferry is a good option for travelling between Hong Kong and Macau. It's faster than taking the bus, although it may cost more, and it's a convenient alternative to flying for such a short journey.

If you're planning a trip to Macau and want to balance your time and budget, the ferry is worth considering. Hopefully, my guide and directions above will help make your journey a little less confusing than mine was!

And that's it for my TurboJET ferry guide!

More Things to Do in Macau

Got your ferry tickets sorted? Now it's time to plan what to do once you arrive! From exploring Macau's historic landmarks to discovering its famous attractions, check out these tours and activities you can book through GetYourGuide.