Cotai Water Jet Ferry Ticket Hong Kong Macau
60-min high-speed catamaran ferry from Hong Kong to Macau's Cotai Strip, 3 seat classes. Compare live prices and coupons.
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What it is
Cotai Water Jet operates a fleet of nine custom-built catamarans running at top speeds of approximately 42 knots between Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal (Shun Tak Centre, Sheung Wan) and Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal on Cotai Strip. The journey takes roughly 60 minutes each way. The service runs throughout the day with around 20 scheduled sailings per direction, typically from early morning to midnight, making day-trips and late returns both feasible. Tickets come in three classes — Cotai Class (economy), Cotai First (upper deck with table seating and complimentary snacks), and VIP Cabin (private, exclusive upper-deck enclosure with complimentary food and drink plus priority disembarkation). Because this is an international border crossing between Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR, passengers must carry a valid passport and any applicable visa, and will clear immigration at both departure and arrival terminals.
Highlights
- Cotai Class — modern, air-conditioned economy seating with complimentary Wi-Fi and snacks and beverages available for purchase onboard; the most affordable way to cross.
- Cotai First — upper-deck facing-table arrangement with commanding sea views, complimentary snacks and beverages, priority disembarkation, and free Wi-Fi; a noticeable upgrade for the price difference.
- VIP Cabin — private, exclusive upper-deck enclosure for up to 8 seats per vessel, with complimentary food and drink service and priority disembarkation; ideal for groups or business travel.
- High-frequency schedule — typically around 20 sailings per direction daily from approximately 7:30 AM to 11:59 PM (Macau-bound) so you can match departure times to your itinerary without planning far ahead.
- Direct Cotai Strip arrival — Taipa Ferry Terminal is in the heart of Cotai, steps from The Venetian Macao, The Londoner, The Parisian, and other resort-casinos, cutting out any onward shuttle.
- eBoarding QR codes — tickets purchased online or via the Cotai Water Jet app generate a QR code for check-in, skipping ticketing queues at the terminal.
Good to know
- Travel time is typically 60 minutes; bring your passport as you clear immigration at both ends — this is a full international border crossing between Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR.
- Fares vary by day and time: weekday economy (Cotai Class) is around HKD 192, weekend/holiday rates are higher, and night sailings (roughly from 18:00 onward, earlier in winter) carry an additional surcharge — book in advance to lock in the best rate.
Frequently asked
- Do I need a passport to take the Cotai Water Jet ferry from Hong Kong to Macau?
- Yes. The Hong Kong–Macau ferry crossing is an international border crossing, so all passengers must present a valid passport (or valid travel document) and any required visa at immigration clearance in both the departure and arrival terminals. Hong Kong permanent residents may use their HKID in some circumstances, but most foreign nationals need their passport.
- How long does the Cotai Water Jet ferry take, and how often does it run?
- The crossing between Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal (Sheung Wan) and Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal takes approximately 60 minutes. There are typically around 20 sailings per direction each day, running from roughly 7:30 AM to just before midnight, so departures are usually available every 30–60 minutes throughout the day.
- What is the difference between Cotai Class and Cotai First on the ferry?
- Cotai Class is economy seating on the lower deck — comfortable, air-conditioned, with Wi-Fi and snacks available for purchase. Cotai First is on the upper deck with facing-table arrangements, better views, complimentary snacks and beverages, priority disembarkation, and free Wi-Fi. Cotai First tickets typically cost around 70% more than Cotai Class, making it worth comparing prices across booking platforms to find the best deal.