Red Hook to Cruz Bay Ferry: Schedule, Times & Fares
The Red Hook to Cruz Bay ferry is operated by Varlack Ventures and Transportation Services of St. John, running with frequent daily departures. The Red Hook to Cruz Bay ferry costs $8.15 per adult one-way or $16.30 round trip. The crossing takes about 20 min.
$8.15
adult one-way
$16.30
round trip
$1
child
⛴ Ferry crossing · about 20 min · ~4.2 mi across the water
Ferry schedule & departure times
Runs daily
Departs Red Hook
5:30am*6:00am7:00am8:00am9:00am10:00am11:00am12:00pm1:00pm2:00pm3:00pm4:00pm5:00pm6:00pm7:00pm8:00pm10:00pm11:30pm
Departs Cruz Bay
6:00am7:00am8:00am9:00am10:00am11:00am12:00pm1:00pm2:00pm3:00pm4:00pm5:00pm6:00pm7:00pm8:00pm9:00pm11:00pm
Temporary off-season schedule in effect July 26 – October 31, 2026. * 5:30am from Red Hook runs Mon–Fri only.
Are these fares & times current?
- These fares and departure times are the current published schedule as verified on August 8, 2026, drawn directly from the ferry operators (Varlack Ventures and Transportation Services of St. John). Ferry schedules do change seasonally and by day of week — always confirm departure times with the operator before you travel.
Good to know
- Most frequent ferry in the USVI — runs roughly every hour
- Varlack Ventures and Transportation Services alternate departures
- No reservation needed — first come, first served
- Tickets valid for 10 days from purchase via stjohnticketing.com
- $1 booking fee per ticket when purchasing online
- Children ages 2–11; Infants ages 0–1 ride free
- One personal item free; additional bags $4 each
- Car barge available separately (Boyson Inc.) from Red Hook
Schedule notes
- Temporary off-season schedule in effect July 26 – October 31, 2026. * 5:30am from Red Hook runs Mon–Fri only.
Related ferry routes
Fares and schedules verified current as of August 8, 2026. They change seasonally and by operator — confirm departure times before you travel.