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Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Red Hook/Atlantic Basin

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Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Red Hook/Atlantic Basin Ferry

Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026

(c) Photo: Mark, CC BY 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)

Departs

Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6

New York

from 5m
0.9 nm

Arrives

Red Hook/Atlantic Basin

New York

Operated byNYC Ferry logoNYC Ferry
Route SBFrom $453 sailings listed0.9 nm
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At a glance

The Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Red Hook/Atlantic Basin ferry takes about 5m–10m, with 53 listed sailings between 07:01 and 21:37. It is operated by NYC Ferry. Fares start from $4.

First sailing
07:01
Last sailing
21:37
Sailings listed
53
Crossing
from 5m

Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Red Hook/Atlantic Basin ferry timetable

DepartsArrivesDurationOperatorRuns
07:0107:098mNYC FerryMon–Fri
07:4607:548mNYC FerryMon–Fri
08:3108:398mNYC FerryMon–Fri
08:5209:0210mNYC FerryWeekends
09:1609:248mNYC FerryMon–Fri
09:4509:5510mNYC FerryWeekends
10:0110:098mNYC FerryDaily
10:3810:4810mNYC FerryWeekends
10:4810:568mNYC FerryMon–Fri
11:0611:1610mNYC FerryWeekends
11:2911:3910mNYC FerryWeekends
11:3611:448mNYC FerryDaily
12:1512:2510mNYC FerryWeekends
12:2212:3210mNYC FerryWeekends
12:2412:328mNYC FerryMon–Fri
12:4912:5910mNYC FerryWeekends
13:1213:208mNYC FerryMon–Fri
13:1313:2310mNYC FerryWeekends
13:2313:3310mNYC FerryWeekends
13:5114:0110mNYC FerryWeekends
14:0614:1610mNYC FerryWeekends
14:2114:298mNYC FerryMon–Fri
14:2914:3910mNYC FerryWeekends
14:5715:0710mNYC FerryWeekends
15:0315:1310mNYC FerryWeekends
15:1115:198mNYC FerryMon–Fri
15:3715:4710mNYC FerryWeekends
15:5016:0010mNYC FerryWeekends
15:5916:078mNYC FerryMon–Fri
16:0516:1510mNYC FerryWeekends
16:4116:5110mNYC FerryWeekends
16:4316:5310mNYC FerryWeekends
16:4716:558mNYC FerryMon–Fri
17:3417:406mNYC FerryWeekends
17:3517:438mNYC FerryMon–Fri
17:4317:5310mNYC FerryWeekends
18:1718:2710mNYC FerryWeekends
18:2418:295mNYC FerryMon–Fri
18:2518:316mNYC FerryWeekends
18:4318:5310mNYC FerryWeekends
19:0719:136mNYC FerryWeekends
19:1319:185mNYC FerryMon–Fri
19:2319:3310mNYC FerryWeekends
19:5720:0710mNYC FerryWeekends
19:5820:046mNYC FerryWeekends
20:0220:075mNYC FerryMon–Fri
20:3120:4110mNYC FerryWeekends
20:4020:466mNYC FerryWeekends
20:5120:565mNYC FerryMon–Fri
20:5721:0710mNYC FerryWeekends
21:2821:335mNYC FerryMon–Fri
21:3121:376mNYC FerryWeekends
21:3721:4710mNYC FerryWeekends

Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.

About the Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 – Red Hook/Atlantic Basin crossing

From Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6, passengers can connect to NYC Ferry services heading to Bay Ridge or Wall St/Pier 11. The crossing to Red Hook/Atlantic Basin takes between 5 and 10 minutes to cover the one nautical mile distance. NYC Ferry operates this service every day of the week, with 38 sailings scheduled. Fares start from $4.

Timetable and Connections

Departures from Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 begin at 07:01 and run until the final sailing at 21:37. This short East River crossing links Brooklyn neighborhoods. The arrival port at Red Hook/Atlantic Basin provides onward ferry connections. Travellers can find services from this terminal to Governors Island/Yankee Pier and Sunset Park/BAT.

This is a domestic United States route operated entirely by NYC Ferry. The two ports are located on the Brooklyn waterfront. All sailings are scheduled to complete the journey in ten minutes or less.

Vehicles, pets & onboard

  • NYC Ferry app ticketing
  • Rockaway Reserve for busy summer sailings
  • Discount and student discount programmes
  • Route travel guides and beach guide

Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.

Getting to & from the ports

Departure port

Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6

New York

Port guide & all routes

Arrival port

Red Hook/Atlantic Basin

New York

Port guide & all routes

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a passport for this ferry?

No, it's a domestic crossing within United States.

How often does the ferry run?

38 sailings a day on this route.

Which company runs this ferry?

Operated by NYC Ferry.

How long, roughly, is the crossing?

About 5m under normal conditions.

Can I book the return crossing too?

Yes, check the return route for its own times and fares.

When's the first ferry of the day?

The first sailing leaves at 07:01.

How much does a ticket cost?

Fares start from around $4. Prices vary by operator, season, cabin and whether you take a vehicle.

What's the fastest crossing option?

The quickest option takes about 5m. Crossing time depends on the operator and vessel — compare sailings from NYC Ferry above.

Can I do this as a day trip?

A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 5m and several sailings a day (first 07:01, last 21:37), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.

Does the ferry run all year?

Sailings run daily, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.

Can I take a car on this ferry?

NYC Ferry does not list vehicle space on this service — plan to travel as a foot passenger. If you need to bring a car, check with the operator for alternative crossings.

Can I take a pet on this ferry?

Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with NYC Ferry, so declare your pet when booking.

Continue your journey

Onward sailings from Red Hook/Atlantic Basin

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Same departure port

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Everything else that sails from the same quay.

Sharing a stop

Crossings calling at Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 or Red Hook/Atlantic Basin

Nearby links that share a quay with this one.

Timetable valid Jul 6, 2026 – Dec 31, 2027.

Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 30, 2026.

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Fares from

$4

Lowest published one-way fare. Final price varies by operator, date and vehicle.

Ports on this route

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