Rhode Island - Ferries in Block Island

Block Island Ferry
130 Water Street
New Shoreham (Block Island), RI  02807
Phone: 401-783-7996
Toll-Free: 866-783-7996

The only public routes to Block Island are by ferry or air. Ferries depart from the mainland at Point Judith and Newport, Rhode Island.

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Sail away on the Block Island Ferry to Old Harbor, Block Island, "the Bermuda of the North." With just a short ferry ride, you can enjoy the sand, surf and sun on one of the last unspoiled places of natural island beauty in New England. Walk off the ferry to a scenic countryside, shoreline bicycling, white sand beaches and quaint shops. You'll find rolling moors, stone walls, historic lighthouses, nature preserves, bird sanctuaries, secluded walking trails and sand dunes. Come for the day or stay for a long weekend at one of the island's Victorian-era hotels. Board the ferry in Point Judith or Newport, Rhode Island and relax while the ferry carries you to this island gem. Take in the sun on the upper deck or cruise comfortably in the enclosed passenger area on the main deck where drinks and food are available from the cocktail bar and galley. Parking is available. Call or go online for schedules, rates and vehicle reservations. Boats available for charter.

Block Island-Montauk Ferry
Viking Fleet, 462 Westlake Drive
Montauk, NY  11954
Phone: 631-668-5700

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Ferry accommodates passengers and bicycles only; no motor vehicles. Crossing time is one hour on the fast ferries and one hour and 45 minutes on traditional ferries.

High-Speed Ferry to Block Island
State Pier in Point Judith/Galilee
Narragansett, RI  02882
Phone: 401-783-7996

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Seasonal passenger service between Galilee and New Harbor on Block Island. Crossing time is about 30 minutes.

Jamestown & Newport Ferry
Conanicut Marina
One Ferry Wharf
Jamestown, RI  02835
Phone: 401-423-9900

Leave the Driving to Us - Cruise on the Ferry!

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With skilled, licensed captains, friendly mates, and music and drinks on board (soft drinks and wine and beer), the Jamestown Newport Ferry provides a pleasant way to travel around the Bay. Visit your favorite Island destination or take a scenic boat tour of lower Narragansett Bay and Newport Harbor. You will find many opportunities for lunch, shopping, and sightseeing. Also consider the ferry for easy access to all cross-bay events. With an all-day pass passengers may get on, get off, ride all day, explore, enjoy the towns and islands and visit museums. Present your ferry ticket at Rose Island, Fort Adams, and the Museum of Yachting for $1 off the entry fee.
Seasonal passenger service between Conanicut Marina in Jamestown, and Perrotti Park, Bowen’s Landing, and Fort Adams in Newport. Service to Rose Island begins after July 1st, landing fee applies. Rates:

• Cross Bay - One-Way $9, Round Trip $16.50;
• Jamestown-Rose Island or Fort Adams-Rose Island $9;
• Fort Adams/Bowen's Wharf $5;
• Bicycles, each way: $2;
• Bulk Packs of 10 plus tickets are available at Conanicut Marine for a reduced rate of $11 per round-trip ticket.