Question 1

Do I need a reservation for the Martha's Vineyard ferry?

Accepted Answer

Vehicle reservations on the Steamship Authority are required and should be booked well in advance, especially in summer. Walk-on passengers do not need reservations on most ferries. Hy-Line, Island Queen, and Seastreak are passenger-only and generally do not require advance booking.

Question 2

How long is the ferry to Martha's Vineyard?

Accepted Answer

The Steamship Authority ferry from Woods Hole takes about 45 minutes. The Hy-Line high-speed ferry from Hyannis takes about 55 minutes. The Seastreak ferry from New York/New Jersey takes approximately 5 hours.

Question 3

How do I get to Nantucket by ferry?

Accepted Answer

Nantucket is served by the Steamship Authority (traditional and fast ferry from Hyannis) and Hy-Line Cruises (high-speed from Hyannis). The traditional ferry takes about 2 hours 15 minutes; high-speed options take about 1 hour.

MA Ferries

Woods Hole ↔ Vineyard Haven

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