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Rockaway to Sunset Park/BAT

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Rockaway to Sunset Park/BAT Ferry

Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026

(c) Photo: Andre Carrotflower, CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)

Departs

Rockaway

New York

from 42m
9.6 nm

Arrives

Sunset Park/BAT

New York

Operated byNYC Ferry logoNYC Ferry
Route RSFrom $460 sailings listed9.6 nm
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At a glance

The Rockaway to Sunset Park/BAT ferry takes about 42m–46m, with 60 listed sailings between 05:05 and 21:17. It is operated by NYC Ferry. Fares start from $4.

First sailing
05:05
Last sailing
21:17
Sailings listed
60
Crossing
from 42m

Rockaway to Sunset Park/BAT ferry timetable

DepartsArrivesDurationOperatorRuns
05:0505:4742mNYC FerryMon–Fri
05:4906:3142mNYC FerryMon–Fri
06:3307:1542mNYC FerryMon–Fri
07:1507:5742mNYC FerryMon–Fri
07:5908:4142mNYC FerryMon–Fri
08:4309:2542mNYC FerryMon–Fri
08:4709:3346mNYC FerryWeekends
09:1109:5544mNYC FerryWeekends
09:3710:2346mNYC FerryWeekends
09:5210:3644mNYC FerryMon–Fri
10:1110:5544mNYC FerryWeekends
10:2711:1346mNYC FerryWeekends
10:5211:3745mNYC FerryWeekends
11:0211:4644mNYC FerryMon–Fri
11:1011:5444mNYC FerryWeekends
11:1712:0346mNYC FerryWeekends
11:4212:2745mNYC FerryWeekends
12:0312:4744mNYC FerryWeekends
12:0712:5346mNYC FerryWeekends
12:0812:5244mNYC FerryMon–Fri
12:3113:1645mNYC FerryWeekends
12:5613:4044mNYC FerryWeekends
12:5713:4346mNYC FerryWeekends
13:1413:5844mNYC FerryMon–Fri
13:2314:0845mNYC FerryWeekends
13:4714:3346mNYC FerryWeekends
13:4914:3344mNYC FerryWeekends
14:1314:5845mNYC FerryWeekends
14:1815:0244mNYC FerryMon–Fri
14:3715:2346mNYC FerryWeekends
14:4215:2644mNYC FerryWeekends
15:0215:4745mNYC FerryWeekends
15:2716:1346mNYC FerryWeekends
15:2816:1244mNYC FerryMon–Fri
15:3516:1944mNYC FerryWeekends
15:5416:3945mNYC FerryWeekends
16:1216:5644mNYC FerryMon–Fri
16:1717:0346mNYC FerryWeekends
16:2817:1244mNYC FerryWeekends
16:4417:2945mNYC FerryWeekends
16:5617:4044mNYC FerryMon–Fri
17:0717:5346mNYC FerryWeekends
17:2118:0544mNYC FerryWeekends
17:3318:1845mNYC FerryWeekends
17:4018:2444mNYC FerryMon–Fri
17:5718:4346mNYC FerryWeekends
18:1418:5844mNYC FerryWeekends
18:2119:0544mNYC FerryMon–Fri
18:2519:1045mNYC FerryWeekends
18:4719:3346mNYC FerryWeekends
19:0519:4944mNYC FerryMon–Fri
19:0719:5144mNYC FerryWeekends
19:1520:0045mNYC FerryWeekends
19:3720:2346mNYC FerryWeekends
19:5120:3544mNYC FerryMon–Fri
20:0020:4444mNYC FerryWeekends
20:0420:4945mNYC FerryWeekends
20:2721:1346mNYC FerryWeekends
20:3521:1944mNYC FerryMon–Fri
21:1722:0346mNYC FerryWeekends

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

About the Rockaway – Sunset Park/BAT crossing

Forty-seven daily sailings connect Rockaway with Sunset Park/BAT in Brooklyn. NYC Ferry is the sole operator for this domestic route. The earliest departure from Rockaway is at 05:05 and the final sailing of the day is at 21:17. This service runs every day.

Timings and Fares

The crossing covers a distance of approximately 10 nautical miles. Journey times vary slightly, with the fastest recorded at 42 minutes and the longest taking up to 46 minutes. Single foot-passenger fares start from $4.

Port Connections

From the Rockaway terminal, NYC Ferry also provides a service to Greenpoint. The Sunset Park/BAT terminal has onward connections to Bay Ridge, Red Hook/Atlantic Basin, and Wall St/Pier 11.

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

Rockaway

New York

Port guide & all routes

Arrival port

Sunset Park/BAT

New York

Port guide & all routes

Frequently asked questions

When's the last ferry of the day?

The last sailing leaves at 21:17.

How long, roughly, is the crossing?

About 42m under normal conditions.

Do I need a passport for this ferry?

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

How often does the ferry run?

47 sailings a day on this route.

How do I get back from Sunset Park/BAT?

Check the Sunset Park/BAT to Rockaway ferry for return times.

Which company runs this ferry?

Operated by NYC Ferry.

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 42m. 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 42m and several sailings a day (first 05:05, last 21:17), 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

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Sharing a stop

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

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

Operated by

Fares from

$4

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

Ports on this route

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