Massachusetts, United States
Ferries from Spectacle Island (SI)
Spectacle Island (SI) (Massachusetts, United States) has 2 ferry routes to 1 destination, operated by Boston Harbor Islands Ferry. You can sail from Spectacle Island (SI) to Long Wharf (LW). Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Spectacle Island (SI)?
2 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from Spectacle Island (SI)
4 scheduled sailings leaving Spectacle Island (SI), across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:30 | 12:00 | Long Wharf (LW) | 30m | Boston Harbor Islands Ferry | Daily |
| 13:30 | 14:00 | Long Wharf (LW) | 30m | Boston Harbor Islands Ferry | Daily |
| 15:30 | 16:00 | Long Wharf (LW) | 30m | Boston Harbor Islands Ferry | Daily |
| 17:30 | 18:00 | Long Wharf (LW) | 30m | Boston Harbor Islands Ferry | Daily |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Spectacle Island (SI) connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Spectacle Island (SI)?
- Region
- Massachusetts
- Coordinates
- 42.322° N, 70.988° W
- Shortest crossing
- 30m
About
About Spectacle Island (SI)
The last boat back is at 17:30 but the last boat out is at 14:30. Three sailings a day come from Long Wharf — 10:30, 12:30, 14:30 — and four go back, at 11:30, 13:30, 15:30 and 17:30, which is the timetable steadily emptying the island through the afternoon.
Each crossing is 3.6 nautical miles and 30 minutes, running every day of the week under the Boston Harbor Islands ferry.
Spectacle spent most of the twentieth century as the city's rubbish dump, and the hills a visitor walks up now are that landfill capped and sealed with several million cubic metres of clay and earth excavated during Boston's Big Dig in the 1990s. The result is one of the highest points in the harbour islands and a view back at the skyline that came, quite literally, out from under it.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Spectacle Island (SI)?
From Spectacle Island (SI) you can take a ferry to Long Wharf (LW). Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Spectacle Island (SI)?
Ferries from Spectacle Island (SI) are run by Boston Harbor Islands Ferry. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Spectacle Island (SI)?
Spectacle Island (SI) is served by 2 ferry routes connecting 1 port. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Spectacle Island (SI) ferry port located?
Spectacle Island (SI) is in Massachusetts, United States (around 42.322, -70.988). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Spectacle Island (SI) ferry terminal?
Spectacle Island (SI) serves short local crossings — arriving 10–15 minutes before departure is usually enough for foot passengers. Confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
What are the most popular ferries from Spectacle Island (SI)?
Popular crossings from Spectacle Island (SI) include Long Wharf (LW). Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Spectacle Island (SI) carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel, and short local crossings are often passenger-only. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Spectacle Island (SI)?
For peak season and any sailing with a vehicle, book as early as possible. Off-peak foot-passenger fares are usually more flexible. Always confirm the latest timetable before travelling.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated Aug 12, 2026.
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