Ride the Salem Ferry!

This weekend is going to be beautiful! Beautiful, crisp, fall weather is coming our way. And that means you should be riding The Salem Ferry!

Here are some of the Ferry's FAQs, in case you have questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation? Yes, we recommend all passengers make a reservation. Click here to make your reservation online, or you may reserve over the phone.

When should I arrive at the ferry dock? We recommend arriving 15-20 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time for the reservation and ticketing process.

Where do you depart from? We are located on Blaney Street in Salem, just off Derby Street by the House of Seven Gables and the power plant. In Boston, we depart from the New England Aquarium dock. Tickets may be purchased in the Aquarium Whale Watch booth.

Do you offer parking? We have ample free parking in Salem. In Boston, there are a variety of parking garages near the Aquarium dock, the closest of which is the Harbor Garage.

How long is the ride? The ferry travels at over 30 mph and makes the trip between Boston and Salem in 45-50 minutes.

Can I connect with other boats in Boston? Absolutely! We are located very close to the New England Aquarium Whale Watch and Boston Harbor Islands ferry.

Do you close because of bad weather? We operate rain or shine, however sea conditions occasionally force us to suspend service. Service updates are posted on our website.

Do you offer group discounts? Yes, please call (617) 222-6999 to make a group reservation.