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Shenzhen Museum
A major city museum covering Shenzhen history, reform-era development and regional culture through well-curated permanent exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
1 h
Ferries on 29 Sept
2
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Macao to Shenzhen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Macao to Shenzhen will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £23.
On Tue 29 Sept, we found 2 ferries from Macao to Shenzhen, including 2 direct services.
On Tue 29 Sept the direct ferries cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
TurboJet
TurboJet
TurboJet
TurboJet| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator TurboJet | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator TurboJet | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 13:30 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator TurboJet | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival Time 03:30 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator TurboJet | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Macao to Shenzhen ferries for today, Monday 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TurboJet | 12:30 Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal | 1h00 | 13:30 Shenzhen Shekou Port | 0 changesdirect | |
TurboJet | 18:00 Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal | 1h00 | 19:00 Shenzhen Shekou Port | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Macao to Shenzhen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 35 nautical miles (66 km) distance in 1h 0m. There are 2 sailings per week.

Distance 35 nautical miles (66 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 1h 0m |
First ferry 7:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
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Discover the best of Shenzhen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Shenzhen trip today.
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Moderate for a major Chinese city: metros are cheap, local meals are low cost, but hotels and Western dining in central districts can be pricier.
Tipping is generally not expected in restaurants, cafés, taxis, or bars. Service charges may appear in upscale hotels or restaurants, so check the bill first.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Macao to Shenzhen by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shenzhen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Macao to Shenzhen ferries use the Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal to Shenzhen Shekou Port port pair, with some services arriving at Shenzhen Airport (Fu Yong Ferry Terminal). Use this guide to compare Macao and Shenzhen ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Shenzhen Shekou Port has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shenzhen Shekou Port: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Shenzhen Airport (Fu Yong Ferry Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shenzhen Airport (Fu Yong Ferry Terminal): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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