Its a once a year thing that we like to do. A day trip to Port Jefferson…read moreThe trip its very relaxing and I can say the CT side port is cleaner more up to date and taken care of than the Port Jefferson side. There is plenty of room for a lot of people and the lower deck fits a lot of cars. The prices however are not that great, they used to charge the vehicles only but now each passengers have to pay additional. There was only one incident that took place, when arriving back at Bridgeport, KEN P was shouting at people to move/leave from the upper deck when the boat wasn't even open for passengers to leave. Very rude

I love everything about this mode of transportation and/or travel. I've been fortunate to travel…read morethis way for many years and I needed a break from everything and decided to go to Port Jeff for the week.

When I was planning a trip from Boston to Long Island, I saw on Google Maps there was a ferry…read moreoption that would cut my driving time almost exactly in half. Having lived in NYC for almost a decade, I had no idea the Cross Sound Ferry existed; I thought I'd just put up with the atrocious weekend traffic in and out of Long Island. Pros: (+) The car loading process was very organized. The workers were friendly and efficient. Both my outbound and return trips left very nearly on time, which I appreciated. (+) I lucked out with beautiful weather and calm waters both times. Sitting on the top deck, basking in the sunlight, watching the coastline come into view definitely beat sitting in a bad traffic jam. If I ever go to Long Island, this is the way to travel. (I also get pretty bad seasickness and worried for days over the forecast for nothing; the ships were so smooth, I didn't feel a thing.) (+) Depending on the vessel, you can also get a history lesson. I took the MV Cape Henlopen back, which participated in D-Day. There's a commemorative plaque and everything. (+) Dog friendly! (+) Lots of seats, both indoor and outdoor. Pro tip: bring a beach towel with you so you don't burn your booty. Cons: (-) Not really a con exactly but a warning that they pack the cars in like sardines. I felt bad for the one car that had to park on a steep incline. (-) My round-trip ferry cost about $160, which is ... not exactly cheap. To me, it was worth the time saved and maybe the tolls of coming through the city and LI (though I didn't do the math) but yeah, I can see why the cost might put people off. Tips: 1. Book in advance on the website early. 2. Get to the ferry terminal early. They have a 30-minute rule for larger cars and a 15-minute rule for all other cars, otherwise you're bumped to standby and there might not be a spot. 3. From a navigation perspective, I found getting to/from New London, CT and Orient Point, NY a breeze. There are some very cute farm stands along the road to Orient Point, where you can stop and get fresh strawberries, eggs, lavender, and honey.

March 2026 John H boat, the largest ship in the fleet!…read more 100 vehicles and 1000 passengers. The vessel features a dual-level auto deck, lounge, food service, and satellite televisions. For those passengers requiring assistance, there is an elevator between the vehicle deck and main passenger cabin (note: cannot do priority boarding if using elevator access due to the location). - lots of booths, all with electrical outlets - outside bench seating - special dog friendly area - 2 upper seating decks - fryers didn't come on until 11 Get the fries! They're fresh, hot, and crispy!

What a great day great ride and beautiful weather. A bit expensive but it beat sitting in traffic…read more Nice little bar and the crew were attentive and friendly

We left Bridgeport yesterday 4/11/2026 before noon and arrived in Port Jefferson at 1:00 pm. We…read moresat in the front bar area which offered high top tables to enjoy the view. The bartender was very pleasant and professional. The outside area is very nice as well but it was a bit chilly so only toured it. The ferry has basic food available at reasonable prices but we didn't try it. The bathrooms are clean but most surprising is the comfortable seating. Idk why the negative reviews

Taking a quick trip up to Cambridge, Ma. To visit our son. Dropped off the doggies at the sitter…read moreand popped on the ferry. Numerous tables with electric outlets and room for four, in addition there are single seats, and outside seating to enjoy the water views. Given the price of gas, not a bad price for two passengers, and a car. The food is good and cooked fresh onboard. The internet works well, and pets are allowed in certain areas. One thing of note, unlike the Port Jefferson Ferry, the Orient Ferry does not let passengers remain in their cars. If you prefer to remain in your car, remove a star. If you found this brief review useful or you liked the photo, drop a like or add a compliment.".

I ride this ferry on average 35 times per year. The rates continue to rise as the service declines…read more I'm so fed up with the staff at the ferry terminals they are often rude and have horrible customer service.

Bought tickets for the North Pole Express through the Essex Steam Train online. Although it was…read moreincredibly rainy throughout our visit, they did their best to accommodate for everyone. As you arrive after parking, you are able to pick up your tickets through the ticket booth. It had indicated me through the emails that the tickets would have been delivered in the mail and I would have to have them prepared, but they never arrived or delivered. You are able to pick them up at the booth. As you embark on the North Pole Express experience, your actor on your carriage/wagon will begin to story-tell, and they also sing a few Christmas songs throughout the experience. They pass a cup of hot chocolate and a cookie to each passenger. I'd personally say that this experience was more directed towards kids. This was my first experience with something like this, but if I were to ever return, it would mainly be to bring a child, since it's geared towards children. I've heard there are other North Pole Express train experiences in other cities that are more adult oriented. Although this was the case, it was still an enjoyable experience. Both Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus appeared outside and soon made their way to the carriages. The actress was incredibly interactive and kind with everyone on board.

Everything was Amazing, From the Decor to the Service and the food was very exceptional. The…read moreWaiters & Waitress staff were impeccably friendly & Polite. We have done One previously and was Just as Impressed. Folks if you've never done one of these please check it out and do one. You won't regret it. Try the Essex Train & Essex's River Boat experience. It's very relaxing and Enjoyable.

Cash only! Easy and Fast service! Beautiful views of the bay. Easy trip to and from. Lines firm…read moreearly! Plan ahead!

Attendants are moody at best. I guess when you have a monopoly on a service , customer service…read moreisn't a priority .

We had a great experience on the boat this past weekend! Our captain was friendly and informative,…read moreand we never felt rushed. We had fun stopping on the Outer Island and seeing the public land there, and learning about the history and homes of the islands. Would recommend for any late afternoon / sunset window!

We were blessed with beautiful weather for the last day of summer and I had to finish my bucket…read morelist with a boat ride. Affordable prices, easy to access, good directions. We were told to try to be there at least 20 minutes early and we were! About 10 people in front of us. I do have motion sickness but I also had some special patches and we were able to get some seats on the top deck. Captain was nice, narration tour proved to be interesting and informative. Not so nice were the people that arrived late and suggested for me to move so " the husband " can seat in the front. Not comfortable and not okay so I denied. It was very annoying to have other people that also arrived late and proceeded to squeeze me and my daughter out of our seats because they really wanted I guess to stay with their friends. More of a party boat than a relaxing atmosphere. Not my cup of tea for that day.

Both the Cecelia Ann & the Jessica W will get you to Block Island from New London comfortably. If…read moreyou'd prefer to have more top level, front facing seating on the upper deck, the Cecelia Ann offers more top deck seats since you'll be able to see Block Island from the bow & have more 360 views overall. On site parking at the Terminal is $15 which I consider more than fair. Insider Tip: if you set up an account online when booking tickets, you'll earn rewards towards discounts on future tickets. Nothing but for Block Island

2 stars as service greatly pares back - and this year - 2026 - it occurred the week BEFORE Labor…read moreDay. A bunch of us took time 8/31 but had to drive to Point Judith to take the ferry. Also New London offers no ferry to accommodate vehicles. New London has always struggled and I can see why. With the new Coast Guard Museum being built and grand visions for growth, this ferry service is backwards. How many people work weekends and want to go to the island during not only the late summer but early Autumn.

Always on time and friendly! The cocktails are fun and love a ferry drink!…read more I also love the yearly BI Ferry cup! Cheers!

Very smooth sailing to and from Block Island. And the cost was inexpensive. Boat was fairly clean…read more And they had plenty food and drink options as well. I hope to experience this again in the future!

If I could give them more than 5 stars I would. Haz was a wonderful driver this weekend, and he…read moredrove my elderly parents in two separate 90 minute sessions. The car was classy and very comfortable, and Haz did everything to make them feel relaxed and at ease. His driving was focused and safe, he arrived early and knew where he was going and he packed all the bags into the car himself for us. He was also very personable and easy to talk to. I couldn't have hoped for a better experience. Will use again and refer without hesitation.

Amazing company. We set up a ride to the airport from…read moreNorthampton to Bradley airport. First off, you can reach a person with ease. Then, they come right in time. They are kind, courteous, and load your bags. The car is beautiful. I feel that they treated us like queens!!! I really highly recommend (cheaper than Uber of Lyft from Northampton)