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Shenzhen Museum
A major city museum covering Shenzhen history, reform-era development and regional culture through well-curated permanent exhibitions.
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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £24.
On Fri 13 Nov, we found 2 ferries from Macao to Shenzhen, including 2 direct services.
On Fri 13 Nov 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.
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Ferries from Macao to Shenzhen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 3 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 4 sailings per week.

Distance 35 nautical miles (66 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 1h 0m |
First ferry 7:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Macao to Shenzhen.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator TurboJet | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival time 19:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, fri, sat |
Operator TurboJet | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival time 13:30 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, fri, sat |
Operator TurboJet | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival time 03:30 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days thu, sun |
Operator TurboJet | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival time 06:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days sun |
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Shenzhen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Shenzhen trip today.
A major city museum covering Shenzhen history, reform-era development and regional culture through well-curated permanent exhibitions.
A contemporary art museum in the OCT area with rotating exhibitions, design-focused programming and architecture suited to a relaxed visit.
A science museum with hands-on displays, popular with families and visitors curious about technology, engineering and space-themed exhibits.
A lively seafront area for walking, architecture, exhibitions and harbour views, blending culture venues with one of Shenzhen’s most pleasant promenades.
A restored historic quarter with old city walls, lanes, galleries and public spaces, good for exploring Shenzhen’s pre-modern roots on foot.
A scenic coastal park with mangroves, cycle paths and broad views across Shenzhen Bay, especially pleasant for sunset walks and birdwatching.
Cantonese dim sum is central to Shenzhen dining, with steamed dumplings, buns and rolls reflecting the city’s strong links to neighbouring Guangdong tea-house culture.
Roast goose is a classic Cantonese speciality with crisp skin and rich meat, widely eaten in Shenzhen and prized for its traditional charcoal-roasted flavour.
White cut chicken is poached chicken served simply to highlight freshness, usually with ginger-spring onion sauce, a staple of traditional Cantonese meals in Shenzhen.
Elegant Cantonese restaurant in Futian known for refined dim sum and seafood in a polished hotel setting.
Long-running Cantonese tea-house style venue popular for dim sum, roast meats and lively local family meals.
Well-known Chaozhou restaurant serving delicate Teochew seafood, marinated dishes and soups in a traditional banquet-style atmosphere.
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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