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Which ferry to Nantucket allows cars?

By Lily Fisher

Which ferry to Nantucket allows cars?

The Steamship Authority
The Steamship Authority operates the only car ferries between Nantucket Island and the mainland (Cape Cod): the 768-passenger, 52-vehicle m/v Eagle, and m/v Nantucket from the Pleasant Street docks in Hyannis.

Can you bring car on Nantucket ferry?

508/477-8600) operates year-round ferry service for cars, passengers, and bicycles to Steamboat Wharf in Nantucket. The Steamship Authority’s fast ferry to Nantucket, MV Iyanough, is for passengers only (no cars). It takes 1 hour and runs four to five times a day. Reservations are highly recommended.

How much does it cost to bring a car on the ferry to Nantucket?

The Steamship Authority offers the car ferry, which takes about 2 1/2 hours from Hyannis to Nantucket harbor – be prepared for the astounding cost for bringing your car to the island – currently $400 R/T, not including the passenger cost.

How long is the car ferry from Hyannis to Nantucket?

2 hour and 15 minute
Nantucket is located 26 miles from Cape Cod’s mainland port of Hyannis. Take a leisurely 2 hour and 15 minute voyage on our traditional ferries from Hyannis to Nantucket. Or ride in style and luxury on board our seasonal high-speed passenger-only ferry, the M/V Iyanough, which gets you to Nantucket in just one hour.

Can I bring my car to Nantucket?

While cars are allowed on Nantucket, it’s much easier to get around on foot, bike, shuttle or ride share like Uber. The island is small, parking is limited and the cost to bring your car by ferry is expensive, so we recommend walking, riding a bike or moped, or renting a car.

Do you need a car in Nantucket?

You do not need a car on Nantucket, especially if you plan to spend your time in the downtown area. You can rent bikes. See the following website for transportation options. Provincetown is well worth a visit.

Can I bring a car to Nantucket?

Can you take your own car to Nantucket?

Can you take a car to Nantucket?

How do you get around Nantucket without a car?

Nantucket is easily navigated on bike, moped, or foot, and also by shuttle bus or taxi. If you’re staying outside of Nantucket Town, however, or if you simply prefer to explore by car, you might want to bring your own car or rent one when you arrive.