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Journey Information
You can pick from 2 daily ferry trips between Barnstable and Oak Bluffs. The average ferry journey from Barnstable to Oak Bluffs takes one hour, though some ferries might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 22 mi (35 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £28.90 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Hyline Cruises |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Barnstable to Oak Bluffs?
There is one ferry company that operates from Barnstable to Oak Bluffs. Hyline Cruises is the one ferry line that services this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different travel times to choose from each day.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyline Cruises | 2 | 1h 0m | £28.90 |
Book Hyline Cruises from Barnstable to Oak Bluffs from £29. There are 2 Hyline Cruises schedules from Barnstable to Oak Bluffs and you can expect on average to pay for a Hyline Cruises ticket to Oak Bluffs. In Barnstable, Hyline Cruises departs to Oak Bluffs from Ocean St Terminal and no other station. In Oak Bluffs, Hyline Cruises arrives at Martha's Vineyard and no other station.
An average trip on Hyline Cruises from Barnstable to Oak Bluffs takes 1 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Hyline Cruises offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Oak Bluffs.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 1 hour to cover the 22 miles (35 kilometers) from Barnstable to Oak Bluffs. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short trip.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Barnstable to Oak Bluffs is on Sunday. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Sunday is the way to go.
The earliest ferry leaves Barnstable at 09:00. The latest ferry leaves Barnstable at 15:00. 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.
City Information
Barnstable
Hyannis, sometimes called the "Capital of the Cape," is the biggest and most vibrant of the seven sprawling villages that comprise the town of Barnstable. Barnstable, and Hyannis within it, is located in the middle of Cape Cod, one of the most iconic summer destinations in New England.
Indeed, the harbor village of Hyannis is a presidential choice for a trip since it was one of John F. Kennedy's favorite vacation spots. Although the beachfront Kennedy Compound is private property, you can visit the JFK Hyannis Museum to learn all about the Kennedys' relationship with the area.
To develop your own relationship with Cape Cod, shop and eat along the vibrant Main Street or take boatbuilding classes at the waterfront Cape Cod Maritime Museum. Windsurfers will be happy to know they can sail the winds of Kalmus Park Beach. Outside of Hyannis, the rest of Barnstable is graced with expanses of white-sand beaches, golf clubs, beautiful marshes, and marinas where boats leave for whale-watching tours.
Cape Cod's closest major airport is Logan International Airport in Boston. Traveling from Boston to Cape Cod is easy on Peter Pan buses to Hyannis. Seasonal commuter rail trains also connect to Hyannis in the summer. Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, two islands off the Cape, are just a ferry ride away from the Hyannis waterfront.
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Barnstable?
Main departure station: Ocean St Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in Barnstable.
All ferry stations in Barnstable:
Ocean St Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Oak Bluffs?
Main arrival station: Martha's Vineyard
All ferries from Barnstable arrive at one main station in Oak Bluffs.
Ferry stations in Oak Bluffs:
Martha's Vineyard
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