Red Hook to West End Ferry: Schedule, Times & Fares
The Red Hook to West End ferry is operated by Road Town Fast Ferry and Aquatic Rentals Ferry Service, running with several departures a day. The Red Hook to West End ferry costs $65 per adult one-way or $95 round trip. The crossing takes about 30 min. A valid passport is required — this is an international BVI crossing.
$65
adult one-way
$95
round trip
$45
child
⛴ Ferry crossing · about 30 min · ~13.2 mi across the water
Ferry schedule & departure times
Runs daily
Departs Red Hook
8:30am9:15am1:45pm2:30pm5:00pm5:45pm
Departs West End
7:15am8:15am10:00am11:00am3:30pm4:00pm
ⓡ = Road Town Fast Ferry (daily), ⓐ = Aquatic Rentals (Thu–Mon only). RTFF counter closes 15 min before departure.
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 (Road Town Fast Ferry and Aquatic Rentals Ferry Service). Ferry schedules do change seasonally and by day of week — always confirm departure times with the operator before you travel.
Good to know
- Fastest USVI–BVI crossing (30 min)
- Aquatic Rentals stops at Cruz Bay (St. John) en route
- Aquatic Rentals (ⓐ) no service Tuesdays or Wednesdays — operates Thu–Mon only
- RTFF also has a 6:45am departure from Road Town → West End before the 7:15am West End → Red Hook run
- International crossing — passport required
- BVI entry: complete online e-card at bviedcard.gov.vg before travel (as of Jan 2025)
- Arrive 60–90 minutes before departure for customs/immigration
- Counter closes 15 minutes before departure (RTFF)
Schedule notes
- ⓡ = Road Town Fast Ferry (daily), ⓐ = Aquatic Rentals (Thu–Mon only). RTFF counter closes 15 min before departure.
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.
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.