I’ve traveled on a Martha’s Vineyard ferry hundreds of times (I’ve been going there frequently since I was born and even used to live on the island for part of the year).
There are several companies that operate a ferry to Martha’s Vineyard from different locations. Read on to find the one for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard?
It depends on the company. I’ve provided the length of time for each company below.
How much is the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard?
It depends on the company. I’ve provided the cost for each company below.
Do you need a car on Martha’s Vineyard?
You don’t need a car on Martha’s Vineyard if you are within walking distance of a town center. If your destination is more remote, then it would be convenient to have one. There are buses and taxis as well as Uber and Lyft on the island.
The Steamship Authority is the only Martha’s Vineyard ferry that can bring a car over. Make your reservations early because they fill up.
Do you get seasick?
The ferries can be affected by high winds and rough seas. If you get seasick easily, then I would consider a different travel option. The Steamship Authority is the least likely to cause seasickness because the ship is large.
Do you have a backup travel plan?
The ferries are weather dependent and can be canceled in bad conditions. If you absolutely must reach your destination by a certain time, then make sure you have a backup travel plan. The Steamship Authority is the least likely to get canceled in bad conditions because the ship is large.
From Woods Hole
The Steamship Authority
The Woods Hole to Martha’s Vineyard ferry is operated by the Steamship Authority.
Phone number: (508) 548-3788
How long is the ferry?
45 minutes
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
Yes, for an extra fee
Do you need a reservation?
You don’t need a reservation to walk on or bring a bicycle. You absolutely need a reservation to bring a car, and in the summer, you need to make it months in advance.
Where does it dock?
Either Oak Bluffs or Vineyard Haven
Operating Season
Year-round
Schedule
Schedule for the Steamship Authority
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Children (under 4) | Free | Free |
| Youth (5 to 12) | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| Adults | $10 | $20 |
Location
1 Cowdry Road, Woods Hole, MA 02543
Parking
There are offsite Steamship Authority parking lots with free shuttles.
- Palmer Lot
- 286 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA 02540
- Thomas B. Landers Lot
- 22 Technology Park Drive, East Falmouth, MA 02536
- Cataumet Lot
- 1251 Sandwich Road, Cataumet, MA 02534
You can check which parking lot is open by visiting the Steamship Authority website, calling (508) 457-7275, or tuning in to 1610 AM radio.
Parking Rates for the Steamship Authority
From Falmouth
The Falmouth to Martha’s Vineyard ferry is operated by either the Island Queen or the Pied Piper.
The Island Queen
Phone number: (508) 548-4800
How long is the ferry?
35 minutes
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Where does it dock?
Oak Bluffs
Operating Season
Late May to early October
Schedule
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Children (under 4) | Free | Free |
| Youth (5 to 12) | $12 | $16 |
| Adults | $19 | $27 |
Location
75 Falmouth Heights Road, Falmouth, MA 02540
Parking
There is valet parking for $30 a day.
There are also Island Queen parking lots within walking distance for $20 a day (cash only).
The Pied Piper
Phone number: (508) 548-9400
How long is the ferry?
1 hour
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Where does it dock?
Edgartown
Operating Season
Late May to early September
Schedule
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Children (under 4) | Free | Free |
| Youth (5 to 12) | $31 | $62 |
| Adults | $50 | $100 |
Location
278 Scranton Avenue, Falmouth, MA 02540
Parking
There is valet parking for $35 a day for same-day returns and $45 a day for multiple days.
From Hyannis
The Hyannis to Martha’s Vineyard high-speed ferry is operated by Hy-Line Cruises.
Hy-Line Cruises
Phone number: (508) 778-2600
How long is the ferry?
1 hour
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Where does it dock?
Oak Bluffs
Operating Season
Early May to early October
Schedule
Schedule for Hy-Line Cruises from Hyannis
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Children (under 4) | Free | Free |
| Youth (5 to 12) | $23 | $43 |
| Adults | $36 | $70 |
Location
220 Ocean Street, Hyannis, MA 02601
Parking
There is limited dockside parking in Hyannis.
There are also offsite Hy-Line Cruises parking lots with free shuttles.
- 183 Iyannough Road, Hyannis, MA 02601
- 33 Brooks Road, Hyannis, MA 02601
- 45 Brooks Road, Hyannis, MA 02601
Parking Rates for Hy-Line Cruises in Hyannis
From Nantucket
The Nantucket to Martha’s Vineyard high-speed ferry is operated by either Hy-Line Cruises or Seastreak.
Hy-Line Cruises
Phone number: (508) 228-3949
How long is the ferry?
1 hour 10 minutes
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Where does it dock?
Oak Bluffs
Operating Season
Late May to early October
Schedule
Schedule for Hy-Line Cruises from Nantucket
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Children (under 4) | Free | Free |
| Youth (5 to 12) | $26 | $49 |
| Adults | $42 | $76 |
Location
33 Straight Wharf, Nantucket, MA 02554
Parking
There is no parking for Hy-Line Cruises on Nantucket.
Seastreak
Phone number: (800) 262-8743
How long is the ferry?
1 hour
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra free
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Where does it dock?
Late April to mid-May – Vineyard Haven
Mid-May to late May – Oak Bluffs
Operating Season
Late April to late May
Schedule
Schedule for Seastreak from Nantucket
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Infants (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Children (3 to 12) | $25 | $47 |
| Adults | $85 | $155 |
Location
1 Steamboat Wharf, Nantucket, MA 02554
Parking
There is no parking for Seastreak on Nantucket.
From New Bedford
Seastreak
The New Bedford to Martha’s Vineyard high-speed ferry is operated by Seastreak.
Phone number: (800) 262-8743
How long is the ferry?
50 minutes
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra free
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Where does it dock?
Late April to mid-May – Vineyard Haven
Mid-May to mid-October – Oak Bluffs
Operating Season
Late April to mid-October
Schedule
Schedule for Seastreak from New Bedford
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare Same-Day Return | Round Trip Fare Extended Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infants (under 2) | Free | Free | Free |
| Children (3 to 12) | $25 | $30 | $48 |
| Adults | $45 | $50 | $79 |
Location
49 State Pier, New Bedford, MA 02740
Parking
There is valet parking for $30 a day.
There is also an offsite Seastreak parking lot with free shuttles for $15 a day.
- Whale Tooth Lot
- 532 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02740
From Rhode Island
Rhode Island Fast Ferry
The Rhode Island to Martha’s Vineyard high-speed ferry is operated by Rhode Island Fast Ferry.
Phone number: (401) 295-4040
How long is the ferry?
1 hour 35 minutes
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Where does it dock?
Oak Bluffs
Operating Season
Late May to late September
Schedule
Schedule for Rhode Island Fast Ferry
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Infants (under 2) | $25 | $36 |
| Children (3 to 11) | $49 | $76 |
| Adults | $61 | $99 |
| Seniors (over 60) | $55 | $94 |
Location
1347 Roger Williams Way, North Kingston, RI 02852
Parking
There is dockside parking for $15 a day.
From New York City
Seastreak
The New York City to Martha’s Vineyard high-speed ferry is operated by Seastreak.
Phone number: (800) 262-8743
How long is the ferry?
5 hours 15 minutes
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Where does it dock?
Oak Bluffs
Operating Season
Memorial Day Weekend
Mid-June to early September
Schedule
Schedule for Seastreak from New York City
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Infants (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Children (3 to 12) | $75 | $135 |
| Adults | $165 | $240 |
| Age | One Way Fare Holiday Weekend | Round Trip Fare Holiday Weekend |
|---|---|---|
| Infants (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Children (3 to 12) | $200 | $310 |
| Adults | $200 | $310 |
Location
East 35th Street and FDR Drive, New York, NY 10002
Parking
There is no parking for Seastreak in New York City.
From New Jersey
Seastreak
The New Jersey to Martha’s Vineyard high-speed ferry is operated by Seastreak.
Phone number: (800) 262-8743
How long is the ferry?
6 hours 45 minutes
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Where does it dock?
Oak Bluffs
Operating Season
Memorial Day Weekend
Mid-June to early September
Schedule
Schedule for Seastreak from New Jersey
Cost
| Age | One Way Fare | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Infants (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Children (3 to 12) | $75 | $135 |
| Adults | $165 | $240 |
| Age | One Way Fare Holiday Weekend | Round Trip Fare Holiday Weekend |
|---|---|---|
| Infants (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Children (3 to 12) | $200 | $310 |
| Adults | $200 | $310 |
Location
326 Shore Drive, Highlands, NJ 07732
Parking
There is an offsite Seastreak parking lot with free overnight parking for up to 3 nights.
- 348 Shore Drive, Highlands, NJ 07732
I hope this guide on the Martha’s Vineyard ferry helped with your travel plans! For more travel tips, read about how to get from Boston to Martha’s Vineyard (including by plane).
Also check out the Boston to Cape Cod ferry and the Nantucket ferry!