St. Thomas to Jost Van Dyke Ferry: Red Hook → Great Harbour Schedule & Fares
The Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry is operated by Inter Island Boat Services, running on Sunday, Tuesday and Friday. The Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry costs $120 per adult one-way or $150 round trip. The crossing takes about 35 min. A valid passport is required — this is an international BVI crossing.
$120
adult one-way
$150
round trip
$100
child
Going with others? Send them the times before you lose signal.
⛴ Ferry crossing · about 35 min · ~10.3 mi across the water
Ferry schedule & departure times
Runs Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays
Departs Red Hook
7:30am
Departs Great Harbour
3:30pm
Sunday, Tuesday & Friday only. Arrive at dock by 2:45pm for return. Minimum 15 passengers required.
RouteRed Hook (St. Thomas) ↔ Great Harbour (Jost Van Dyke)
Crossing time35 min
Distance~10.3 mi across the water
OperatorsInter Island Boat Services
Adult one-way$120
Round trip$150
RunsSundays, Tuesdays and Fridays
Departures from Red Hook7:30am
PassportRequired (BVI crossing)
Schedule statusVerified as of November 6, 2026
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 (Inter Island Boat Services). Ferry schedules do change seasonally and by day of week — always confirm departure times with the operator before you travel.
Good to know
International crossing — passport required
Stops at Cruz Bay (St. John) en route to pick up passengers
Round trip is an 8-hour day trip — return departs Great Harbour at 3:30pm
Sunday, Tuesday & Friday service only
Minimum 15 passengers required — operator may cancel and offer refund/date change
Check-in 45 minutes before departure at Red Hook
Customs/immigration fees not included — additional $30/person
BVI entry: complete online e-card at bviedcard.gov.vg before travel
Schedule notes
Sunday, Tuesday & Friday only. Arrive at dock by 2:45pm for return. Minimum 15 passengers required.
Entry requirements (international crossing)
A valid passport is required for every traveler — this ferry crosses into the British Virgin Islands.
Complete the online BVI e-card at bviedcard.gov.vg before you travel.
Budget for BVI entry/departure fees on top of the ferry ticket (roughly $30–40 per person in port fees, departure tax, and tourism levy).
Arrive 60–90 minutes early to clear customs and immigration.
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 Jost Van Dyke: St. Thomas → Jost Van Dyke by private boat on BoatCharterBid.
Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry — questions
How much is the Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry?
The Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry costs $120 per adult one-way or $150 round trip. The crossing takes about 35 min. A valid passport is required — this is an international BVI crossing.
What is the Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry schedule?
Runs Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays. Ferries depart Red Hook at 7:30am, and depart Great Harbour at 3:30pm. Sunday, Tuesday & Friday only. Arrive at dock by 2:45pm for return. Minimum 15 passengers required.
How long is the Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry?
The Red Hook to Great Harbour crossing takes about 35 min. Operated by Inter Island Boat Services.
Who operates the Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry?
The Red Hook to Great Harbour route is served by Inter Island Boat Services. Fares are $120 one-way or $150 round trip per adult.
What days does the Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry run?
Runs Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays. Sunday, Tuesday & Friday only. Arrive at dock by 2:45pm for return. Minimum 15 passengers required.
Do I need a passport for the Red Hook to Great Harbour ferry?
Yes. This is an international crossing into the British Virgin Islands. Every traveler needs a valid passport, must complete the online BVI e-card at bviedcard.gov.vg before travel, and pays BVI entry/departure fees in addition to the ferry ticket. Arrive 60–90 minutes early for customs and immigration.