Transport Options on Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island is a refreshingly car-free destination, free from the traffic and congestion of city life. Golf buggies are the main form of transport and something of an icon on Hamilton Island, symbolising the fun and freedom of a Whitsundays holiday.

The covered buggies seat two or four people, and are easy and fun to drive. There’s no better way to travel around Hamilton Island, sightsee and get off the beaten track.

Buggies can be hired by the hour, for two or three hours, or for the day (8.30am to 4.30pm). Buggy bookings are recommended, particularly in peak periods.

Find out more about Hamilton Island Buggy Hire »

The free Island Shuttle follows three routes around the island, with several services an hour scheduled from 7am to 11pm daily.

The free shuttles pick up and drop off at convenient stops throughout Hamilton Island’s different precincts, including the Marina Village, Catseye Beach, resorts and One Tree Hill. The round-trip route around the island takes just over half an hour.

View the Hamilton Island shuttle bus map »

Your accommodation booking includes complimentary transfers from Hamilton Island Airport to your hotel, apartment or holiday home.

All commercial flights arriving at Hamilton Island Airport are met by the free airport transfer service, ensuring convenient and easy transportation to the island’s resorts, just five minutes away.

Transfers to Hamilton Island accommodation are also provided to and from the Marina, meeting the Shute Harbour ferry from the mainland.