UN/LOCODE AUFRE · Australia
Fremantle serves Perth and the whole of Western Australia. Container, bulk, and cruise traffic. MCV + shore-pass procedure standard. Mission to Seafarers Fremantle operates a long-standing centre with strong local ties.
Fremantle port is walking distance from Fremantle town centre (5-10 minutes). Perth CBD is 25 minutes by train (Fremantle Line, direct). Perth Airport is 45 minutes from the port.
ATMs: NAB, ANZ, Commonwealth in Fremantle town and central PerthMoney changers: Travelex at Perth Airport; several in central PerthHospital: Fiona Stanley Hospital (Perth), Fremantle HospitalPrayer rooms: Perth Mosque (William Street), Rivervale MosqueHalal food: cluster in Northbridge (Perth) and central FremantleSupermarket: Coles, Woolworths in Fremantle Markets areaSIM card: Telstra, Optus at Perth Airport or any mall
Do: use the Fremantle Line train to get to Perth cheaply. Don't: attempt to swim at unpatrolled beaches — Perth waters have a real shark risk. Watch for: WA's remoteness means medical evacuations from anchorage-in-Indian-Ocean can take 12+ hours; ensure P&I cover is current before signing on for the WA / Pilbara trade.
Last verified: 2026-07-01