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MBTA Ferry Schedules 2026
Catamaran commuter ferries across Boston Harbor
Est. 1963Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Photo: 4300streetcar / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)- 40
- Routes
- 18
- Ports
- 20m
- Avg crossing
- ~12 catamarans (up to 400 seats)
- Vessels
- 1963
- Founded
MBTA Ferry is a catamaran commuter ferries across Boston Harbor, founded in 1963 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. It operates 40 ferry routes serving 18 ports in United States. Across its network, crossings average about 20m.
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Timetables
Which routes does MBTA Ferry operate?
40 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlestown (Navy Yard) → Long Wharf (LW) | 10m | 39 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Long Wharf (LW) → Charlestown (Navy Yard) | 10m | 39 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Seaport (Fan Pier) → Central Wharf (Aquarium) | 10m | 28 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Central Wharf (Aquarium) → Seaport (Fan Pier) | 10m | 25 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Long Wharf (North) - Gate 5B → East Boston (Lewis Mall) | 10m | 25 / wk | 1 | United States |
| East Boston (Lewis Mall) → Long Wharf (North) - Gate 5B | 10m | 24 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Rowes Wharf → Hingham (Hewitts Cove) | 30m | 22 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Hull (Pemberton Point) → Hingham (Hewitts Cove) | 15m | 21 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Hingham (Hewitts Cove) → Rowes Wharf | 30m | 21 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Logan Airport Ferry Terminal → Seaport (Fan Pier) | 10m | 18 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Seaport (Fan Pier) → Logan Airport Ferry Terminal | 8m | 16 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Long Wharf (North) - Gate 5A → Hull (Pemberton Point) | 25m | 16 / wk | 1 | United States |
Logan Airport Ferry Terminal8 routes
Hingham (Hewitts Cove)5 routes
Central Wharf (Aquarium)4 routes
Hull (Pemberton Point)3 routes
Long Wharf (North) - Gate 5A3 routes
Seaport (Fan Pier)3 routes
Winthrop (Winthrop Landing)3 routes
Georges Island (GI)2 routes
Lovejoy Wharf (North Station)2 routes
Quincy (Squantum Point)2 routes
Charlestown (Navy Yard)1 route
East Boston (Lewis Mall)1 route
Long Wharf (LW)1 route
Long Wharf (North) - Gate 5B1 route
Rowes Wharf1 route
Network
Where does MBTA Ferry sail?
MBTA Ferry sails to 18 ports.
- Central Wharf (Aquarium)
- Charlestown (Navy Yard)
- East Boston (Lewis Mall)
- Georges Island (GI)
- Hingham (Hewitts Cove)
- Hull (Pemberton Point)
- Logan Airport Ferry Terminal
- Long Wharf (LW)
- Long Wharf (North) - Gate 5A
- Long Wharf (North) - Gate 5B
- Long Wharf (North) - Gate 5C
- Lovejoy Wharf (North Station)
- Lynn (Blossom Street Pier)
- Quincy (Squantum Point)
- Rowes Wharf
- Seaport (Fan Pier)
- Seaport/Commonwealth Pier
- Winthrop (Winthrop Landing)
Experience
Onboard & services
- High-speed catamarans
- mTicket app ticketing
- Monthly passes
- Logan Airport connection
- Bike-friendly
- The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority's Boston Harbor ferry network
- Run under contract by Boston Harbor City Cruises (Hornblower)
- High-frequency Charlestown run plus Hingham/Hull commuter and Logan Airport links
- Seasonal boats to Lynn, Winthrop, Quincy and East Boston
- The MBTA's most reliable mode — on-time performance above 95%
About
About MBTA Ferry
MBTA Ferry is the boat arm of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, carrying commuters and visitors across Boston Harbor. The MBTA owns and funds the network; the boats themselves are run under contract by Boston Harbor City Cruises (part of Hornblower). Ferries have plied Boston–Hingham waters since 1832, but the modern commuter service traces to 1963, when Hull became — in the agency's words — the only commuter ferry in the country.
Catamarans across Boston Harbor
The workhorse is the high-frequency Charlestown run between Long Wharf and the Navy Yard, with roughly forty weekday round trips. The commuter Hingham/Hull service links the South Shore to Rowes Wharf and downtown, and several routes call at Logan Airport. Seasonal boats reach Lynn, Winthrop, Quincy and East Boston, and a new weekday Harbor Loop connects the inner-harbour wharves. The fleet is almost entirely catamarans of around 150 seats; the MBTA added its largest-ever vessel, the 400-passenger Millennium, in 2025.
Fares and tickets
Fares are zoned: US$2.40 for the inner-harbour hops (Charlestown, East Boston, Harbor Loop), US$6.50 to Winthrop and Quincy, US$7.00 to Lynn, and US$9.75 for Hingham/Hull. Buy tickets in the MBTA mTicket app (cheaper than paper), where monthly passes are also sold; note that CharlieCards are not accepted on the boats. The ferry is consistently the MBTA's most reliable mode, with on-time performance above 95%.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was MBTA Ferry founded?
MBTA Ferry was founded in 1963, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Where does MBTA Ferry sail?
MBTA Ferry operates 40 ferry routes and serves 18 ports in United States, including Central Wharf (Aquarium), Charlestown (Navy Yard), East Boston (Lewis Mall), Georges Island (GI), Hingham (Hewitts Cove), Hull (Pemberton Point), Logan Airport Ferry Terminal, Long Wharf (LW) and more.
What facilities are available on MBTA Ferry ferries?
MBTA Ferry ferries typically offer High-speed catamarans, mTicket app ticketing, Monthly passes, Logan Airport connection, Bike-friendly. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a MBTA Ferry ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a MBTA Ferry departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with MBTA Ferry.
How do I find MBTA Ferry ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every MBTA Ferry route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with MBTA Ferry before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated September 6, 2026.
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