WHAT?

For newcomers and vacationers locals refer to the Woods Hole, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket Steamship Authority, as The Steamship Authority (SSA). SSA is the only ferry operator to carry automobiles to the island.

HOW LONG?

From Nantucket from the mainland terminal in Hyannis, Massachusetts, sailing time to Nantucket takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. Due to the length of the trip, a one hour, passenger-only catamaran service, is operated mid April through late December from Hyannis to Nantucket.

From mainland to Martha's Vineyard, sailing time is approximately 45 minutes to both Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs.

FAVORITE FEATURES

* Frequent Daily Departures (9 vessels including a high-speed passenger-only ferry)
* Snack Bar Service including Wine and Beer
* U.S. Coast Guard Certified Crews
* Transit Authority Buses and Taxis are readily available when you arrive
* FREE Wi-Fi at both terminals and on-board all vessels

HELPFUL LINKS

Steamship Authority website: http://www.steamshipauthority.com/ssa/

Book your tickets online: https://reservations.steamshipauthority.com/vehiclersvp/

Check Space Availability Nantucket: http://www.steamshipauthority.com/ssa/displaysch.cfm?Port=NT

Check Space Avilability Martha's Vineyard: http://www.steamshipauthority.com/ssa/displaysch.cfm?Port=WH

Fares Martha's Vineyard: http://www.steamshipauthority.com/ssa/FareDisplay.cfm?Run=MV

Fares Nantucket: http://www.steamshipauthority.com/ssa/FareDisplay.cfm?Run=NT