47°Coming to Martha's Vineyard by Ferry, with or without a car.The Steamship Authority carries both passengers and vehicles to Martha's Vineyard into either the port of Vineyard Haven (year-round) or Oak Bluffs (seasonal). They operate everyday, year-round, weather permitting. It is not necessary to bring your vehicle to the Island as transportation via public bus and private cabs are readily accessible. However, if you choose to bring your vehicle it is highly recommended that you make advance reservations at www.steamshipauthority.com or via phone at 508.477.8600 or 508.693.9130. There are several passenger-only ferries which depart from Falmouth, New Bedford, Hyannis, and Quonset Point, Rhode Island to various ports on Martha's Vineyard Island. There is also a seasonal ferry which runs weekends from New York to the Vineyard. Passenger Ferries to Martha's Vineyard: The Falmouth-Edgartown Ferry (aka The Pied Piper): www.falmouthferry.com  The Steamship Authority is the only ferry which transports cars to the Island. Service is offered year-round and is quite frequent.  The Island Queen, a passenger only ferry, travels between Falmouth and Oak Bluffs from Spring to Fall. |
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