Take the ferry from long island to new london, then transfer to the block island express for a quick trip to the bermuda of the north all for a special fare. Block island express high speed passenger only ferry service new london ct block. The block island ferry is the only vehicle ferry service to block island. If you are bringing a vehicle on the ferry, reservations are required. Once you arrive, you will be overwhelmed by the islands elegant beauty and small town charm. Westerly, located just off interstate 95 is an easy drive, or train ride from anywhere in new england. The terminal in new london is located next to the train station and limited parking is available with a municipal garage across the street. Check with carriers regarding highspeed service and vehicle reservations. The block island express dock is right across from amtraks new london station, so its easy to leave the car at home. The last trip of the day will have an extended layover on fishers island and depart fishers island at 1. Saturday, september 9, i am running a day trip to block island. Block island express 2 ferry st, new london, connecticut 06320 rated 4. You can download our 2020 schedule in printable pdf format here. Block island ferry new london, connecticut boat ferry.
This year round ferry service takes about one hour and drops off in old harbor. Air services, provided by new england airlines, are offered daily year round from westerly, ri. Fishers island ferry district po box 607 261 trumbull dr. The interstate navigation company, new london, ct tel. Discover great travel ideas for every weekend day of the year and more. To reach the island you must take a ferry or a small plane. Directions from the old harbor ferry landing come up out of the ferry landing and take a left on to water street. Block island ferrys services are available yearround from point judith, ri. The hispeed ferry is the fastest way to block island.
New harbor on the west side of the island, in the beautiful great salt pond. Block island hotels and rentals block island reservations. Please have all your information ready when you call so our staff can assist. Whether you want a day trip to the island or spending the night the high speed ferry is an excellent choice. Interstate navigations ferry to newport will begin operation june 29 and run daily through sept. Block island rhode island directions and ferry info. This highspeed ferry service between new london and old harbor makes the trip in just over an hour. Get 7 block island ferry coupon codes and promo codes at couponbirds. The cross sound ferry new london ferry is located at 2 ferry street, new london, connecticut 06320. We are asking for all of our passengers to wear face coverings and to practice.
Travel date mmddyyyy start reservation view accessibility information. Reserve a hotel, bed and breakfast, inn or cottage today. Hispeed and traditional ferry service to block island from narragansett ri. Visit block island on the fastest ferries from the mainland. Passenger high speed ferry leaves daily from new london seasonal only. This is the only car ferry service to block island. Alaska marine highway ferry from washington fares how much does it cost to ride the alaska ferry. Block island maintains two harbors and is wellknown as one of new englands premier boating destinations. Click to enjoy the latest deals and coupons of block island ferry and save up to 25% when making purchase at checkout. All of our ferry trips are onboard the brand new custom designed viking superstar, unless otherwise noted.
Major events include block island race week, a competitive weeklong sailboat race, fishing tournaments, the run around the block, summer beach concert series, the annual fourth of july parade and celebration and more. Block island is located in the atlantic ocean, miles south of the rhode island coast and 17 miles northwest of long island. Block island express ferry new london 2020 all you. Departure location departure location block island, ri new london, ct. Learn more about daily schedules, rates, mobile apps and packages. New london, newport ferries beginning seasonal service. Connects new london, ct and old harbor, block island in. The two services have matchedup schedules making it convenient and quick to take the fast ferry from orient point to new london and connect to the ferry to b.
Every friday, one ferry leaves new london for block island at 7. A mile ferry ride from point judith, ri takes either 55 minutes traditional ferry service or 25 minutes seasonal high speed. Judith to block island, while the highspeed ferry is about a 30minute trip. Contact % block island accommodations block island, ri. Call the block island ferry at 40178346 for auto reservations. Air conditioned cabins, outdoor seating, innovative culinary offerings. This will be the last departure from fishers island on friday, february 7th. We have the most departures and convenient ferry schedule from the mainland which allows you greater flexibility when traveling to and from block island on our traditional or high speed ferry. Weve coordinated schedules as you can see below to get you there the easiest way. They have coordinated schedules to get you to the island the easiest way.
Ferry to block island had a wonderfully quick ride on the high speed ferry to block island on thursday morning to meet friends at the 1661 inn. The ferry company also offers ferry service from orient point, long island 860 4435281. Bif block island ferry info on 2020 schedule and covid19 more info. Connects new london, ct and old harbor, block island in just over one hour on a highspeed catamaran. Passenger reservations recommended and can be made over the phone or online. Or, you can still connect via cross sound ferry from orient point and transfer to the block island express in new london. Block island express also offers connections to block island from orient point, long island, via its cross sound ferry service. This includes yearround passengerandvehicle ferries between point judith and old harbor on the block and passengeronly ferries on daily runs between newport and block island from july 1 to.
Taking a car to block island requires advance planning, especially for summer visits. Block island express high speed passenger only ferry service new london ct block island ri. This is the only ferry that can take vehicles to the island and reservations for vehicles. Block island ferry is located in an area of narragansett known for its beautiful beaches. Departing new london three to four times per day, beginning at 8. You can also connect via cross sound ferry from orient point and transfer to the block island express in new london. Among the architectural gems are the atlantic inn, the spring house, hotel manisses, the national hotel and, once again to everyones delight, the reopened surf hotel. Block island has the largest selection of victorian era hotels of any vacation destination on the eastern seaboard.
Join us in block island rhode island for a vacation to remember. Seasonal, high speed ferry service between new london and old harbor, block island. Arriving in old harbor within walking distance of shops, restaurants, beaches. If you are taking the ferry from newport, ri or new london, ct to the island, please note these ferries only operate during the summer. The ferry departs from point judith, ri and docks in old harbor in under 30 minutes. The passengeronly ferry leaves fort adams in newport at 9. The viking superstar is 120 long and is a highspeed ferry featuring a stable antiseasickness design. Travel type vehicle and passenger passenger only commercial truck rv casino connections. For reservations, click on the button below or call 860 4444624. Block island is located about twelve miles off the rhode island coast. Vehicle reservations for summer weekends and holidays should be booked four to five months in advance, and all reservations must be prepaid with a credit card. The viking superstar was custom designed by captain paul forsberg for the waters of montauk.
New harbor has 3 large marinas, 90 town moorings and a 75 acre anchorage for vessels. Fishers island, ny 06390 new london terminal no us mail delivery to new london 5 waterfront park. Block island activities include biking, parasailing, hiking on the many nature trails and beaches, sunbathing, kayaking. Vehicle transport is not offered on the hispeed ferry passenger tickets can be purchased online in advance or at the ticket window on the date of travel as space allows. Take the ferry from long island to new london, then transfer to the block island. New london we will have trips to new london beginning on friday may 22nd running on friday and sunday until june 14th, then. Narragansett is home to 102 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something thats perfect for your stay. Block island champlins hotel, marina and resort 80 west side rd, new shoreham, ri 02807.
The block island ferry docks at champlins marina in new harbor. No scheduled changes are anticipated for tomorrow, saturday, february 8th. The ferry from port judith, ri to block island operates daily. New london, ct cross sound ferry dock 2 ferry st, new london, ct 06320. Departure location new london, ct orient point, ny.
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