Admin Table of Contents
- 1 How do I get my car to Russell Island?
- 2 How much does it cost to take your car to Russell Island?
- 3 Can you live on Russell Island?
- 4 Is Russell Road sealed?
- 5 Does Russell Island have town water?
- 6 Why is property on Russell Island so cheap?
- 7 How to get from Russell Island to the Gold Coast?
- 8 Where is Russell Island in Southeast Queensland?
How do I get my car to Russell Island?
TRANSLink QLD operates a ferry from Redland Bay Marina, platform 4 to Russell Island Ferry Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 – $5 and the journey takes 30 min.
How much does it cost to take your car to Russell Island?
Southern Moreton Bay Islands Ferry Price List
| To / From Redland Bay | One Way Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles | Standard | Residents |
| Standard Car (up to 5.4m long and under 2.0m wide) | $67.50 | $56.00 |
| Large Car or 4WD (5.5m-6.4m long and under 2.0m wide) | $78.50 | $67.50 |
| Motorbike | $25.00 | $20.60 |
Do you need a car in Russell?
Russell is accessible by road, but the easiest way to visit is to catch a vehicle ferry from Opua (5 minutes), or passenger ferry from Paihia, which takes only 15 minutes.
Will they build a bridge to Russell Island?
The idea of a bridge to Russell Island has been raised by residents for decades. Transport Minister Mark Bailey rejected the idea in 2019, saying projected population figures would not warrant the extensive cost. Studies have estimated the cost to be between $110 million and $236 million.
Can you live on Russell Island?
Russell Island is an absolute beautiful place to live, I was so surprised that it is only a 15-20min scenic ferry then only 35 min drive to Brisbane and 40 min to Gold coast. Just in the last 2 years that i’ve lived here the demographic is completely unrecognisable.
Is Russell Road sealed?
The Highway The most direct route is to take State Highway 1 from Auckland to Cape Reinga. About 45 minutes north of Whangarei at Kawakawa take SH11 to Opua, Paihia and Russell (via vehicle ferry). The road is fully sealed and well signposted.
Is it better to stay in Russell or Paihia?
Russell is a much smaller town, with a lot of history and character. It has a nice beach, and a couple of bars and a few restaurants. Paihia is a more modern town, much more accommodation, more bars and restaurants, and lots more people.
Are there snakes on Russell Island?
For Russell, Queensland Museum records show snakes only – the Brown Tree Snake, Boiga irregularis, the Keelback, Tropidonophis mairii; and the Bandy Bandy, Vermicella annulata.
Does Russell Island have town water?
Water can be supplied to Russell Island via either North Stradbroke Island or the mainland. From Russell Island, the supply is then piped via Karragarra Island to Lamb Island and then onto Macleay Island.
Why is property on Russell Island so cheap?
The only reason why land is cheap is because there is so much of it!! Russell Island is an absolute beautiful place to live, I was so surprised that it is only a 15-20min scenic ferry then only 35 min drive to Brisbane and 40 min to Gold coast.
Do you have to take a ferry to get to Russell?
Getting to Russell from Paihia is easy, with passenger ferries every 15 minutes from Paihia Wharf. But it’s just as easy to take your car over, so you have the freedom to explore on the other side. The car ferry to Russell departs from Opua every 15 minutes, so you never have long to wait.
Is the Bay of Islands worth visiting?
The Bay of Islands has more to offer than just pretty sunsets, and here you’ll find ancient culture, untouched beaches, and even skydiving. But The Bay Of Islands, near the northern-most tip of the country, is simply one of the most stunning destinations in New Zealand due to its beaches.
How to get from Russell Island to the Gold Coast?
Traveling from Russell Island to the Gold Coast is no problem at all and very scenic. I have done the trip from Carbrook down the Logan river past Russell Island and down to southport marina in a 12 foot tinnie with a 15 horsepower engine on the back. However, it does pay to know how to navigate through there, especially at low tide.
Where is Russell Island in Southeast Queensland?
Nestled between North Stradbroke Island and Redland Bay within the pristine waters of Moreton Bay, Russell Island is a large stretch of land 8km long and nearly 3km wide, and truly one of Southeast Queensland’s best-kept secrets.
What makes Russell Island the perfect SeaChange?
Russell Island has all that you could be wanting from a seachange, with boating, fishing, golf, and bowls all on your doorstep. Enjoy beautiful water aspects with views south to the Gold Coast, north to Dunwich, and west towards Redland Bay, or have a bush retreat on one of the many blocks tucked away beside conservation areas.
How long to get from Russell to SeaWorld to Brisbane?
I have a 15 foot tinnie with a 40 and I can get to seaworld from Russell In 30 mins easy. Brisbane, if you mean going up the rive, pick your weather as it can blow up a bit around the mouth of the river, even the nor easters in summer chop it up prtty good and will stop you getting across.