FAQ

Yes, Seastreak offers multiple connections to and from Martha’s Vineyard via New Bedford and NYC. For more information on alternate transportation please give us a call at 1-800-BOATRIDE to speak with a Seastreak customer service representative.

Not currently, but if you have any suggestions on tours or activities you’d like to see us offer, please drop us a note on our Contact page.

No, but there are public transportation options. Vineyard Transit Authority (VTA), and Atlantic Cab.

From NYC/NJ, the trip is approximately five hours. Keep in mind that travel times may vary due to weather, tides, sea conditions, and/or other unforeseen circumstances.

Yes! There are several parking options for ferry passengers.

Passengers may park in the Highlands, NJ lot for Martha’s Vineyard weekend trips free of charge. If you wish to park in the Highlands lot for the weekend, you must supply your name, make/model of car, and license plate information with a Seastreak ticketing agent. Providing this information to the ticketing agent will ensure your car will not be towed during the extended parking.

Over the last two years of operation we have had very few instances where we have needed to cancel all of our trips due to weather. If a weather cancellation should take place during a departure you are booked on, we make every effort to contact you using the telephone number and email address provided in your reservation and arrange the most efficient way possible to get you to or from the island.

Seastreak cannot guarantee any trip length as travel times may vary due to weather, tides, sea conditions, and/or other unforeseen circumstances. Seastreak at its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to cancel any scheduled trip and/or substitute another vessel without liability if it becomes necessary for any reason. Seastreak does not guarantee that the service shall depart or arrive at the time stated in the schedule and will not be liable for any additional travel costs incurred by the passenger as a result of any cancellation or delay.

We recommend arriving at least 45-60 minutes before your departure. Boarding will begin 40 minutes prior to the departure. Reservations not picked up 10 minutes prior to a departure may be released to stand-by passengers.

We depart from Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard, MA for most of the season. During the shoulder season we may depart from Vineyard Haven, Martha’s Vineyard, MA.

Seastreak Ferry Terminal at Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard
1 Seaview Avenue
Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

Seastreak Ferry Terminal at Vineyard Haven, Martha’s Vineyard
1 Water Street
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

Martha’s Vineyard is an island located south of Cape Cod in Massachusetts.

We do recommend making advance reservations especially for travel during our peak summer season. Reservations can be made online, over the phone, or in one of our ticket offices.

Yes, pre-payment in full is required to secure a reservation. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.

Purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended. Tickets may be purchased at the vessel on the day of travel on a first come basis, however we cannot guarantee seating and availability.

Yes, for children 12 and under. Please see the regular and holiday child fares on the Martha’s Vineyard page.

Due to the length of the trip, Seastreak reserves the right not to accept any passenger under the age of 16 years unless accompanied by an adult.

All tickets purchased online will be emailed to the email address provided at the time of purchase. All tickets purchased in person will be printed out at the time of purchase.

No, we do not offer a senior discount on this trip.

The Oak Bluffs ticket office is a seasonal port, and hours may vary. During peak season the ticket office is open Monday – Friday from 6:30 AM- 8:00 PM, and on Saturday- Sunday from 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM.

ALL TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. Exchanges can be made for a fee prior to the intended date and time of departure. Once the boat has sailed, tickets are not exchangeable, and the value is forfeited; the ticket will be marked as a no show, and you will be required to make a new reservation. Any credits are valid for travel within the same calendar year as the original date of travel.

For passengers traveling from NYC/NJ to Martha’s Vineyard: Passengers who need to make changes to their reservations prior to departure will be charged a $40.00 service fee per ticket for a round trip and $20.00 for a one way.

If you are unable to travel on the date you reserved for, the reservation may be applied towards another reservation and any credit is valid through December 31st of the year of the original intended date of travel. Seastreak must be notified before your original travel date in order for your reservation to be honored at a later date.

Stowage of baggage onboard Seastreak vessels must comply with 46 CFR § 116.820. Carry-on baggage is limited to one carry-on size item that must be able to fit underneath your seat, and one small personal item. Larger baggage must be checked-in with the onboard crew for proper storage. Luggage cannot be left un-attended at the terminal or on the pier. Combustible materials cannot be brought on board. We do reserve the right to screen all passenger baggage.

Seastreak ferries are designed to carry passengers and are not equipped to carry vehicles. Coast Guard regulations do not allow us to transport engine powered vehicles or gasoline.

We love our pets and we’re glad you do too! We welcome pets onboard most of our trips. Unfortunately due to the long length, of the trip we cannot transport pets from NYC/NJ to Martha’s Vineyard.

Yes. All of our vessels and terminals have USCG approved security plans in effect. Per 33 CFR 104/105, we must ensure the implementation of security measures designed to protect the safety and security of our passengers, vessels and facilities. Per this regulation, Seastreak reserves the right to screen persons, baggage and personal effects for dangerous substances or devices. Further, entrance to Seastreak facilities and/or vessels is deemed valid consent to screening or inspection. Failure to consent or submit to screening or inspection will result in denial or revocation of authorization to enter our facilities or vessels.

We have the lowest incidences of motion sickness among passenger ferry services in the North East for the following reasons: 1) our short 24 mile route to and from Martha’s Vineyard from New Bedford has us pass through two protected sounds, 2) catamarans offer the benefit of stability, and 3) our vessels are equipped with a computer aided ride control system that senses and counteracts the wave motion.

However, inclement weather can occur and those who are sensitive to motion sickness should take that into consideration when traveling on board any vessel.

Yes! We do transport bicycles and scooters for a nominal fee. Charges are listed on our Routes & Schedules page. Please be sure to include that you’ll be bringing a bicycle or scooter when booking your reservation. Bicycles and scooters must be stored outside on our vessels in designated areas. Passengers with any questions may reach out to Seastreak deckhands who will be happy to assist and identify these designated areas.

Yes! All Seastreak ferries have a full cash bar serving spirits, beer, wine and soft drinks as well as bagged snacks. We allow passengers to bring food onboard, we just ask that you do not bring hard coolers onboard.

The Seastreak catamarans have either two or three decks. The Lower Deck is entirely indoor, the Second Deck is half indoor and half outdoor, and the Third Deck is entirely outdoor.

ALL TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. Exchanges can be made for a fee prior to the intended date and time of departure. Once the boat has sailed, tickets are not exchangeable, and the value is forfeited; the ticket will be marked as a no show, and you will be required to make a new reservation.

If you wish to make a change to your reservation prior to departure, a $40.00 service fee per round trip booking and $20.00 service fee per one way booking will be charged.

Stowage of baggage onboard Seastreak vessels must comply with 46 CFR § 116.820. Carry-on baggage is limited to one carry-on size item that must be able to fit underneath your seat, and one small personal item. Larger baggage must be checked-in with the onboard crew for proper storage. Luggage cannot be left un-attended at the terminal or on the pier. Combustible materials cannot be brought on board. We do reserve the right to screen all passenger baggage.

We love our pets and we’re glad you do too! We welcome pets onboard most of our trips. Unfortunately due to the long length, of the trip we cannot transport pets from NYC/NJ to Martha’s Vineyard.

Over the last two years of operation we have had very few instances where we have needed to cancel all of our trips due to weather. If a weather cancellation should take place during a departure you are booked on, we make every effort to contact you using the telephone number and email address provided in your reservation and arrange the most efficient way possible to get you to or from the island.

Seastreak cannot guarantee any trip length as travel times may vary due to weather, tides, sea conditions, and/or other unforeseen circumstances. Seastreak at its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to cancel any scheduled trip and/or substitute another vessel without liability if it becomes necessary for any reason. Seastreak does not guarantee that the service shall depart or arrive at the time stated in the schedule and will not be liable for any additional travel costs incurred by the passenger as a result of any cancellation or delay.