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Journey Information
There are 3 daily ferries from Gustavia to Philipsburg. Traveling by ferry from Gustavia to Philipsburg usually takes around 45 minutes, but some ferries might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 16 mi (25 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 45m |
| Cheapest price | DKK 464.66 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Great Bay Express |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Gustavia to Philipsburg?
There is one ferry company that operates from Gustavia to Philipsburg. Great Bay Express is the only company that connects the two cities by ferry. Fortunately, it has multiple scheduled ferries per day, so travelers still have a good amount of choice and flexibility.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Bay Express | 3 | 0h 45m | DKK 464.66 |
Book Great Bay Express from Gustavia to Philipsburg from DKK 465. There are 3 Great Bay Express schedules from Gustavia to Philipsburg and you can expect on average to pay for a Great Bay Express ticket to Philipsburg. In Gustavia, Great Bay Express departs to Philipsburg from Ferry Terminal and no other station. In Philipsburg, Great Bay Express arrives at Ferry Terminal and no other station.
An average trip on Great Bay Express from Gustavia to Philipsburg takes 0 hours and 45 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 45 minutes to cover the 16 miles (25 kilometers) from Gustavia to Philipsburg. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Gustavia to Philipsburg is on Wednesday. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Wednesday is the way to go.
The earliest ferry leaves Gustavia at 8:00am. The latest ferry leaves Gustavia at 6:00pm. To see the times for all ferries between the first and last ones, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
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Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Gustavia?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in Gustavia.
All ferry stations in Gustavia:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Philipsburg?
Main arrival station: Ferry Terminal
All ferries from Gustavia arrive at one main station in Philipsburg.
Ferry stations in Philipsburg:
Ferry Terminal
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