No. Both are separate islands with no bridges to the mainland. You can bring a car over to both of them via the car ferry.
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How do you get from Martha’s Vineyard to Nantucket?
Both regular and high-speed passenger ferries can take you from Boston to Provincetown (seasonally) and to the islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard year-round. Ferries depart from Falmouth Harbor, Woods Hole and Hyannis Harbor to Martha’s Vineyard, and ferries to Nantucket depart from Hyannis Harbor.
Can I take a ferry from Martha’s Vineyard to Nantucket?
To connect to Nantucket via Martha’s Vineyard, you’ll travel with us from Quonset Point, Rhode Island to Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard. Then you’ll use Hy-line Cruises inter-island fast ferry service to connect from Martha’s Vineyard to Nantucket.
How far is the ferry from Martha’s Vineyard to Nantucket?
29 miles
Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m. How far is it from Martha’s Vineyard Island to Nantucket? The distance between Martha’s Vineyard Island and Nantucket is 29 miles.
Can you do Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket in one day?
We recommend building a Nantucket day trip into a longer stay on Martha’s Vineyard. The Vineyard is considerably larger, with multiple distinct towns and things to do, whereas Nantucket’s action is more concentrated in one downtown area — perfect for a day trip.
How much is ferry from Martha’s Vineyard to Nantucket?
FROM MARTHA’S VINEYARD, MA
Hy-Line Ferry Rates: Adult $68 round-trip, $38 one-way; Child (5-12) $47 round-trip, $25 one-way; Bike $14 round-trip, $7 one-way.
What is the best time to visit Nantucket?
The best time to visit Nantucket is during the shoulder months of March, April, September and October. You’ll find the island pleasantly free of tourist hordes, and prices are more manageable, too. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, hotels and seafood restaurants capitalize on the throngs of deep-pocketed tourists.
How long is the ferry ride from Marthas Vineyard to Nantucket?
around 1 hour 10 minutes
The Oak Bluffs Nantucket ferry route connects Martha’s Vineyard with United States. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Hy-Line Cruises. The crossing operates up to 21 times each week with sailing durations from around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Do you need a car on Nantucket?
You do not need a car on Nantucket, especially if you plan to spend your time in the downtown area. You can rent bikes. See the following website for transportation options. Provincetown is well worth a visit.
Where do you catch the ferry to Nantucket?
Getting To Nantucket
- The Steamship Authority High-Speed and Traditional Car Ferry, departs from Hyannis, MA.
- Hy-Line Cruises High-Speed Ferry, departs from Hyannis, MA.
- Freedom Cruise Line departs from Harwich Port, MA.
- Seastreak High-Speed Ferry from New York City, NY and New Bedford, MA.
- Nantucket Ferry Schedules.
Is Nantucket part of Martha’s Vineyard?
Nantucket is only 15 miles west of Martha’s Vineyard. This island itself is 15 miles long. You can “do” Nantucket pretty quickly. Martha’s Vineyard is bigger and there’s more to see, so if you’re going to do both islands in one trip it’s worth visiting for longer.
How can you see Nantucket in one day?
Nantucket Day Trip
- Brant Point Light. Our #1 choice of most Instagrammable spots in our onboard magazine!
- Downtown Nantucket. Once you step off the ferry onto Straight Wharf, it’s like stepping back in time.
- Walk the Wharves.
- Lily Pond Park.
- Secret Spot.
- Nantucket Beach Day.
- Children’s Beach.
- Getting Around during the Day.
Is there a ferry from Edgartown to Nantucket?
The cheapest way to get from Edgartown to Nantucket is to ferry which costs $37 – $41 and takes 2h 20m.The quickest way to get from Edgartown to Nantucket is to ferry which costs $37 – $41 and takes 2h 20m.
Which is bigger Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket?
Relatively flat, Nantucket is only 14 miles long and 3½ miles wide, versus hillier Martha’s Vineyard, which measures 25 miles long and 9 miles wide. The Vineyard’s larger size means it takes longer to get around, whether by foot, bike, car, or bus, but you have more to explore.
Is one day in Nantucket enough?
We take the high speed ferry to Nantucket out of Harwichport (free day parking and relaxing schedule) all the time. It’s a great day and you can do plenty in a few hours (enough to encourage you to visit again, perhaps for an overnight visit).
What can you do on a day trip to Martha’s Vineyard?
Day-Tripping: Martha’s Vineyard
- Sailing out of Hyannis Harbor on Hy-Line Cruises’ fast ferry.
- A Steamship Authority vessel departing Oak Bluffs.
- The clay cliffs at Aquinnah.
- Edgartown Lighthouse.
- Harbor View Hotel.
- The gingerbread cottages in Oak Bluffs.
- The Tabernacle.
Can you take your car on the ferry to Nantucket?
It’s expensive, impractical and hardly necessary to take your car to Nantucket for a short visit in summer. The Steamship Authority operates the only car ferries between Nantucket Island and the mainland (Cape Cod): the 768-passenger, 52-vehicle m/v Eagle, and m/v Nantucket from the Pleasant Street docks in Hyannis.
How much does it cost to bring car on ferry to Martha’s Vineyard?
The Steamship Authority in Woods Hole Massachusetts is the only ferry bringing cars to Martha’s Vineyard. The cost is $180.00 or higher (depends on the size of the vehicle) round trip to travel from Woods Hole to the Vineyard. Additional charges per person will apply for any passengers over 2 ($17.00 rt).
Is Oaks Bluff on Nantucket?
Oak Bluffs is bordered by Nantucket Sound to the north and east, Edgartown to the south, and Vineyard Haven Harbor, Lagoon Pond and Tisbury to the west. It also shares a common corner, along with Tisbury and Edgartown, with West Tisbury.
How should I dress for Nantucket?
While the rich certainly summer on Nantucket, you wouldn’t know it based on the way people dress! It’s a very relaxed island, and most people sport conservative yet classic staples. Think breezy linen dresses, crisp white jeans, casual sandals and cable knit sweaters.
How many days do you need in Nantucket?
If it’s your first time to Nantucket – like it was ours – three days is a great amount of time to dip your toes in (literally and figuratively) and fall in love.
