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Martha's Vineyard Ferry Information

Schedule, Fare and Parking Info for Martha's Vineyard Ferries

For the majority of travelers, a Martha's Vineyard ferry is the most convenient, most affordable way to make the short trip from Cape Cod to the nearby island of Martha's Vineyard.



Ferries to Martha's Vineyard leave Cape Cod from three ports:
  • Falmouth
  • Woods Hole
  • Hyannis


Martha's Vineyard ferry leaving Hyannis MA
Hyannis - Martha's Vineyard "Fast Ferry"


In this guide you'll find information on sailing from each of those ports, along with links to each ferry service's website for the most up-to-date schedules, reservations, and discount offers.

Falmouth to Martha's Vineyard Ferry


Island Queen
Falmouth Harbor
75 Falmouth Heights Road
(508) 548-4800

Route: Falmouth Harbor to Oak Bluffs

Season: Island Queen sails seasonally only, from late May to mid-October.

Auto Transport: No

Schedule: During peak season, Island Queen has seven daily departures for Oak Bluffs, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Additional sailings on weekends. (See full schedule.)

Crossing Time: Approximately 35 minutes

Round Trip Fares: $18 adult, $9 kids age 4-12, kids 3 and under Free / Additional charge to bring bicycle, surfboard, etc. aboard

Parking: Island Queen has 2 lots, both within easy walking distance to the dock. $15.00 per day.

More Info: No credit cards accepted. Cash and travelers checks only. Some pets allowed. Visit the Island Queen website for more details



Falmouth-Edgartown Ferry
Falmouth Harbor
278 Scranton Avenue
(508) 548-4800

Route: Falmouth to Edgartown

Season: Sails seasonally only, from late May to mid-October

Auto Transport: No

Schedule: During peak season, four sailings daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with additional return sailing on Friday. (See full schedule [PDF])

Crossing Time: About 1 hour and 15 minutes

Round Trip Fares: $50 adult, $30 kids age 6-12, kids under 6 Free /Additional charge to bring bicycle, surfboard, etc. aboard

Parking: Many options including on-site, off-site with shuttle, valet parking. From $15 per day and up.

More Info: Some pets allowed. Be sure to check the Falmouth-Edgartown Ferry website for discounts and special offers



Patriot Party Boats Water Taxi
Falmouth Harbor
227 Clinton Avenue
(508) 548-2626


Route: Falmouth Harbor to Oak Bluffs

Season: Available 24 hours per day, year round

Auto Transport: No

Crossing Time: About 30 minutes

Fare: $10 each way

Parking: On-site parking (off-season) and off-site, from $15 per day.

More Info: Some pets allowed. Visit Patriot Party Boats website for detailed water shuttle info



Woods Hole to Martha's Vineyard Ferry


Steamship Authority
Woods Hole Wharf
(508) 477-8600


Routes: Woods Hole to Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs

Season: Sails to Vineyard Haven year round, and sails to Oak Bluffs seasonally from mid-April to mid-October

Auto Transport: Yes

Crossing Time: About 45 minutes

Schedule: Multiple daily sailings from 6 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. (See full schedule.)

Round Trip Fares: $16 adult, $8.50 kids age 5-12, kids age 4 and under Free, $8.50 active military with proper ID. Auto transport rates from about $135, depending on vehicle size. Additional charge to bring bicycle, surfboard, etc. aboard.

Parking: On-site at the terminal, and off-site with free shuttle service. $10-$12 per day.

More Info: If you plan to take your vehicle on the Martha's Vineyard ferry, be sure to make your reservations as early as possible. (No later than January or February for vehicle transport on a summer weekend.) Some pets allowed. Be sure to check the Steamship Authority website for special fare and discount info.



Hyannis to Martha's Vineyard Ferry

HyLine Cruises
Ocean Street Docks
Hyannis
(800) 492-8082

Route: Hyannis to Oak Bluffs

Season: High-speed ferry sails seasonally, from May 1 to October 31. Traditional ferry sails seasonally, late may to mid-October.

Auto Transport: No

Crossing Time: High-speed - about 1 hour, 5 minutes. Traditional ferry - about 1 hour, 40 minutes.

Schedule: Multiple daily sailings from 8:15 a.m. to 8:05 p.m. during peak season. (See full schedules - high-speed and traditional.)

Round Trip Fares: High-speed ferry - $71 adults, $48 kids age 5-12, kids age 4 and under Free. Traditional ferry - $45 adults, kids age 12 and under Free. Additional charge to bring bicycle, surfboard, etc. aboard.

Parking: HyLine has its own lots near the pier ($17 per day in summer, less in off-season). There are also a good number of privately owned lots within walking distance of the dock (costs vary). We prefer to park at the Hyannis Transportation Center on Main Street ($6 per day), then walk ($0) or take the trolley ($0, seasonal from late June to Labor Day) to the piers.

More Info: Some pets allowed. Be sure to check HyLine Cruises website for coupons and discounts



Related Pages:

Nantucket Ferry Services

Boston-Cape Cod Ferry Services

Hyannis Lodging Suggestions Near the Ferry Piers and Beyond


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Note: Marthas Vineyard ferry services may change their fares, schedules and itineraries at any time, without notice. Please be sure to verify all information before making your travel plans.



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