Welcome to the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal
As the state’s capital cruise ship port, the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal can cater for the largest of cruise liners – one of only a few ports nationally that can. The port has a deep-water channel, large swing basin and a newly renovated terminal building with flexibility and easy access in and out of the secured area.
The Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal at Outer Harbor is 23 kilometres (14 miles) from the heart of the city, with the Outer Harbor Railway Station only 150 metres (164 yards) from the terminal providing easy access to and from the city centre.
The South Australian Tourism Commission has a Cruise Ship Welcome Program for cruise passengers arriving into our ports, which includes visitor information, welcome activations and directional support. Domestic and International cruise lines that visit our state acknowledge South Australia’s Welcome Program as one of the best in Australia. They can’t wait to welcome you to our beautiful State.
If you’re not headed out on cruise, but interested in cruise ships and would like to catch a glimpse of these floating palaces as they sail through South Australian waters, the best vantage points in Adelaide are Semaphore or Lady Ruthven Reserve.
Would you like to get the latest information on cruise ship visits, or view the shipping schedule?
Getting there
By Car
The Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal is located on Oliver Rogers Road, Outer Harbor on the Le Fevre Peninsula.
Outer Harbor can be accessed by road by taking the A7 or A9 to Port Adelaide, then taking the A16 to Outer Harbor.
Pick-up/drop-off zone
There is a pick-up/drop-off zone in front of the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal, which can be accessed by entering through Gate C. Vehicles using the pick-up/drop-off area must never be left unattended.
There are also a limited number of 15 minute parking spaces for drivers collecting, or dropping off passengers embarking or disembarking the cruise ship. Passengers arriving at the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal for embarkation must show their boarding pass and ID upon arrival at the drop-off zone security gate.
Parking
Apart from a limited number of 15 minute parking spaces, there is no parking inside the secure terminal area. There is limited, free off-road parking in the parklands opposite the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal on Oliver Rogers Road. Please note this off-road parking is not secured.
Off-site secure parking
Secure off-site parking and a shuttle bus service to and from the Passenger Terminal is available. For further information please contact:
Andrew’s Airport Parking
20 Chief Street, Brompton
P: +61(0)8 8340 5200
If you would like to book directly with Andrew’s Airport Parking, you can do so through their website.
From the Airport
Adelaide Airport is located six kilometres (three miles) from the city centre, only a 15-minute drive away and arguably the most conveniently located of all Australia’s capital city airports.
Adelaide Airport is 35 minutes from the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal. Adelaide Airport services regional, domestic and international travellers in one passenger terminal. The award-winning facility is a modern, customer friendly airport that incorporates the latest in design and technology.
Atura Hotel is based at the airport terminal for convenience and shuttle bus services are available to all major city centre hotels.
By Bus
Currently there are no direct bus services to the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal. Bus travellers can choose from a range of bus routes to Port Adelaide Railway Station, then continue the onward journey to Outer Harbor Railway Station, which is linked to the Passenger Terminal by a 200 metre walkway.
Need information about bus times?
Security
Your safety and security are our top priority at the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal.
In line with Federal maritime security requirements secure zones operate within the terminal where passengers and baggage are screened prior to embarkation.
All screening at the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal is performed to Australian Government standards by trained personnel using X-ray machines, walk-through and hand-held metal detectors. Random screening of passengers and carry-on goods occurs and other detection systems and security checks may apply.
Under Australian Commonwealth law, there are a number of items which cruise passengers are not permitted to bring on board a cruise ship in checked baggage
Unattended Baggage
All baggage must be clearly tagged with your contact details and baggage must never be left unattended at the Passenger Terminal. Any baggage that is found to be unattended will be treated as suspicious.
Security Threats
Passengers and visitors are warned that all threats and comments you make about carrying of weapons or explosives will be taken seriously and may result in your removal from the terminal and/or you being prosecuted.
COVID 19
We suggest that you work with the cruise line that you have booked with to ensure that you are adhering to and following all COVID-19 protocols. For additional state based information please see below useful links.
For up to date South Australian information on COVID-19 requirements and travel restrictions please visit: SA Gov
For up to date information on COVID19 visit www.covid-19.sa.gov.au
For more information on cruising in South Australia and things to see and do visit www.southaustralia.com
Terminal Facilities
- Visitor Information Services
- Taxi services
- Metro train station (200 metres walk) : 35 minutes to city
- Pick up and drop off area
- 24 hour security
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Toilet facilities
Tourism Information
For more information about things to see and do whilst visiting South Australia or to arrange your pre or post cruise stay in Adelaide, please see https://southaustralia.com/
Cruise Passenger FAQs
How do I pick-up/drop-off a cruise ship passenger?
There is a pick-up/drop-off zone in front of the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal, which can be accessed by entering through Gate C.
Vehicles using the pick-up/drop-off area must never be left unattended. There are also a limited number of 15 minute parking spaces for drivers collecting or dropping off passengers embarking or disembarking the cruise ship.
Passengers arriving at the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal for embarkation must show their boarding pass and ID upon arrival at the drop-off zone security gate.
I have a disability and have limited mobility, can I get assistance when I arrive at Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal?
Yes, please contact Flinders Ports directly on +61 (0)8 8447 0600 at least 48 hours before your voyage.
Flinders Ports will endeavour to make special arrangements for you and your driver when you arrival at the terminal. You may also wish to contact your travel agent or the cruise shipping line for advice.
Can I park at the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal?
No, parking is not available at the port or the passenger terminal itself, but secure off-site parking and a shuttle bus service to and from the Passenger Terminal is available.
For further information please contact:
Andrew’s Airport Parking
20 Chief Street, Brompton
P: +61(0)8 8340 5200
If you would like to book directly with Andrew’s Airport Parking, you can do so through their website.
There is also limited, free off-road parking in the parklands opposite the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal on Oliver Rogers Road. Please note this off-road parking in these parklands is not secured.
How far do I need to walk to reach onward transport after my cruise ship arrives at the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal?
On disembarkation, tour buses and taxis will be available for you directly outside the passenger terminal building.
Train connections are available from the Outer Harbor Railway station, which is 200 metres from the passenger terminal. A new walkway has been built to make it safer and easier for passengers to walk with luggage between the railway station and passenger terminal building.
Am I permitted to visit the port facility or the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal at Outer Harbor?
Access the port facility and passenger terminal is restricted to passengers and service providers only.
Passengers boarding a cruise vessel must show their boarding pass and ID at the security gate to enter the facility. The general public cannot access these areas due to strict security regulations.
What facilities are available inside the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal?
The passenger terminal is well equipped and features, toilets, a coffee shop, information services.
What improvements have been made to the Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal?
Flinders Ports and the South Australian Tourism Commission have worked on joint venture projects to upgrade and improve the passenger terminal over the years.
Recent improvements include a new pick-up/drop-off facility for passengers, a complete internal upgrade on the terminal building and a new direct walkway between the terminal and the Outer Harbor Railway Station.
Can I store my luggage at the terminal?
No, unfortunately there is no luggage storage available at the cruise terminal.
