St. Thomas to St. John Ferry: Red Hook → Cruz Bay Schedule & 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.
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Ferry schedule & departure times
Are these fares & times current?
- These fares and departure times are the current published schedule as verified on November 6, 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
- Effective November 1, 2026. * 5:30am from Red Hook runs Mon–Fri only.
Private boat instead
- A day charter leaves when you want and stops where you like on the way. What captains bid for St. Thomas to St. John: St. Thomas → St. John by private boat on BoatCharterBid.
Red Hook to Cruz Bay ferry — questions
How much is the Red Hook to Cruz Bay ferry?
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.
What is the Red Hook to Cruz Bay ferry schedule?
Runs daily. Ferries depart Red Hook at 5:30am*, 6:00am, 7:00am, 8:00am, 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 10:00pm, 11:30pm, and depart Cruz Bay at 6:00am, 7:00am, 8:00am, 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm, 11:00pm. Effective November 1, 2026. * 5:30am from Red Hook runs Mon–Fri only.
How long is the Red Hook to Cruz Bay ferry?
The Red Hook to Cruz Bay crossing takes about 20 min. Operated by Varlack Ventures and Transportation Services of St. John.
Who operates the Red Hook to Cruz Bay ferry?
The Red Hook to Cruz Bay route is served by Varlack Ventures and Transportation Services of St. John. Fares are $8.15 one-way or $16.30 round trip per adult.
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Fares and schedules verified current as of November 6, 2026. They change seasonally and by operator — confirm departure times before you travel.