Getting around by boat and ferry Nantucket

This ferry company runs year-round between Nantucket and Hyannis. The ferry takes about an hour to make the crossing and sails all year round. Connections are most frequent from May to October, but there are several daily connections even in winter. There are also connections between Oak Bluffs (Martha's Vineyard) and Nantucket from June to September. Schedules are available on the Internet and at the ports of departure. Hy-Line Cruises ferries carry passengers only, so you will need to leave your car at the dedicated Hyannis car park.

There are several ways to reach Nantucket, thanks to the traditional ferry, which operates all year round, and the fast ferry, which sails mainly in summer. Both depart from Hyannis on Cape Cod. In summer, there's also a connection between Martha's Vineyard (Oak Bluffs) and Nantucket. If you want to take your car with you, you'll need to take the traditional ferry, which takes about 2 hours 15 minutes to reach Nantucket from Hyannis. Advance reservations are required for vehicles (no need to reserve for pedestrians).