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.
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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.
Is there a ferry between Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard?
A seasonal inter-island ferry operated by Hy-Line Cruises runs between Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard from late May to early October.
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 a 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.
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.
Can you get around Nantucket without a car?
Nantucket is easily navigated on bike, moped, or foot, and also by shuttle bus or taxi. If you’re staying outside of Nantucket Town, however, or if you simply prefer to explore by car, you might want to bring your own car or rent one when you arrive.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
Which is better Cape Cod or Nantucket?
Cape Cod is much bigger than Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, so if you aren’t drawn to the idea of staying on a small island, Cape Cod may be your best bet. No two towns are the same!That’s not saying that Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard don’t get crowded either, of course, but they tend to move at a slower pace.
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).
Do you need a reservation for the ferry to Nantucket?
Passenger reservations are not needed for our traditional ferries to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Passengers traveling without a vehicle may purchase their tickets at our terminals on the day of sailing.
How much does it cost to bring a car on the ferry to Nantucket?
The Steamship Authority offers the car ferry, which takes about 2 1/2 hours from Hyannis to Nantucket harbor – be prepared for the astounding cost for bringing your car to the island – currently $400 R/T, not including the passenger cost.
Can you stay in your car on the Martha’s Vineyard ferry?
The Steamship Authority in Woods Hole Massachusetts is the only ferry bringing cars to Martha’s Vineyard.Also, you must have a reservation for your car during the high season. There are times when standby is allowed, though getting the next ferry is not guaranteed.
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.
Is it worth going to Nantucket?
Nantucket is an island off Cape Cod in Massachusetts and one of the most beautiful places in New England. It has a large history of whaling but now only offers whale watching tours in the season, April to October.If this sounds tempting, a day trip to Nantucket is definitely something you should consider.
Is Nantucket expensive to visit?
Nantucket, the idyllic island located about 30 miles south of Cape Cod, clearly ranks as most expensive destination with an average overnight rate of $301 for the least expensive double room.
