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!

I've taken the Cross Island Ferry four times now, and each trip has been consistently excellent…read more Driving right onto the ferry makes long road trips so much less stressful; no traffic, no navigating, just relaxing while you're carried across the water. The onboard amenities are great too. There's food and alcohol available, which makes the ride even more enjoyable whether you're starting a trip or heading home. Every crossing has been smooth, efficient, and well-organized. Highly recommend the Cross Island Ferry for anyone looking to make their travel easier and more enjoyable! Reliable, Easy, and Perfect for Stress-Free Travel

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

Efficient and easy. Located right next to Greenport LIRR station so an easy way to get to Shelter…read moreIsland without a car. Ride is about 10 minutes, gorgeous views.

The North ferry attendant named Rachel (blonde and heavy set) was extremely rude to my family while…read morewe were leaving our amazing vacation on Shelter Island. She screamed at my family multiple times when we were entering the boat, then her male coworker loudly encouraged her in front of us. We were very nice while pulling up and did not provoke her in any way. It was extremely disheartening and upsetting. Fire her.

Very professional staff makes getting on and off this boat a snap. With rides every 15 minutes or…read moreso, you wont have to wait too long. I'm sure that during the summer season this may change but the turn around times for loading and off loading are very quick and efficient. And the price isn't too overwhelming considering that swimming through the water with luggage would be much more difficult. Consider very strongly on getting a round-trip ticket if you're returning to the south fork after visiting Shelter Island.

Parking is easy. You can pay online for the parking, which makes it very convenient. The ferry…read moreseems to run like a well oiled machine. For a smoother ride sit inside towards the back. I personally enjoyed being off to the side. I purchased tickets in advance online. You can put your tickets in your Apple wallet which is so convenient! The ferry was pretty clean and the trip was not too long. The snack bar was a nice treat. There are tables to sit out as well.

Anyone who gives less than 5 stars for this gem should step off. Go get the high speed fairy yah…read morechooch. It's so supreme. Multiple levels. Bathrooms on board. Bar on board. You can bring whatever you want of food and drinks no questions asked. Top level is open air with an incredible panoramic view. Under an hour each way. Cars and bikes can be boarded. All ticketing is bought online. Boarding and departing the ship are super efficient. Parking is cheap and nearby. There really isn't a negative that I can think of. It's a smooth sail on the block island feeeeerry!

The crew was very good while fishing but the women (Josie?) who filleted my fish filleted them with…read morea thick "clam type' knife sloppily and left many bones in.

Bring your own clam bait, because theirs are mushy and soft (not refridgerated). if you want to…read morecatch your limit, then bring your own. Beside that, it is a good boat to go on for porgy fishing

I was early for my ferry and so they let me onto an earlier one! I followed Waze and found my way…read morewithout a glitch. The crew gives great directions and is skilled in staggering cars so that all cars can open their doors! The port had an industrial feel to it without much "to do" if you arrive early. The ferry was clean, 3 levels plus 2 levels for autos so lots to explore. There was a snack bar with a variety of over-priced snacks, and a connected bar on the other side of the wall . The bartender was friendly and was also DJ, sharing music via her device. The bathroom was spotless! About an hour out they made an announcement asking drivers to return to their cars. The ride took about And hour 15 min. Driving off was just as easy. Port Jefferson looked so inviting as well.

We brought the first available time slot ($3 cheaper if buying ahead of time) which was an hour…read morelater and figured we would walk around. The area is all industrial and there is nothing to see. Absolutely the opposite of Port Jefferson. They told us to line up. We were hoping to get on board and luckily we did. A bit expensive with a car and driver though not dealing with traffic and being able to relax for an hour is a decision you have to decide for yourself. The food location in the main ararea has quick snacks and drinks.

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

Jefferson Ferry Experience…read more Wow--what an incredible experience! It was my very first time bringing my car onto the ferry, traveling from Port Jefferson (Long Island) to Bridgeport, Connecticut, and it couldn't have been easier. Booking was simple--I checked the website to see the schedules (ferries leave almost every hour) and ended up calling just two hours ahead to reserve my spot since it was my first time and I had a few questions. The staff was super friendly and helpful on the phone, and next time I'll definitely just book online. The cost was $74 one way, and you just need to arrive 30-15 minutes before departure if you're bringing a car. Boarding and unloading were seamless--everything is so well-organized. About 15 minutes before docking, they announce that it's time to return to your car, and within minutes you're driving off the ferry. The entire ride only took one hour, and it saved me from sitting in city traffic--I bypassed everything and saved so much time. I did the same thing on my return trip from Bridgeport back to Port Jefferson, and again, booking just an hour and a half ahead was no problem. Both times the experience was smooth, efficient, and honestly pretty amazing. If you've never done it before and want to escape Long Island for a bit (without battling traffic), I 100% recommend it. I only snapped a couple photos, but hopefully this helps someone who's considering it! Thank you to Walter and Dennis at the Jefferson Port ferry entrance for the kindness and hospitality.

Such sweet staff and fun little ride for a few bucks. You can't go wrong with a scenic boat ride…read morewith a beautiful view of Gillette castle. Highly recommend for your toddlers they will be thrilled!

The Chester-Hadlyme Ferry is a ferry operated by the State of Connecticut, which crosses the…read moreConnecticut River and connects the towns of Chester and Hadlyme. We had just visited Gillette Castle State Park and were on our way to Old Saybrook and decided crossing the river using this historic ferry was a fun mini detour! The ferry has been in operation since 1769 (it was known as Warner's Ferry at the time), and it operates April 1-November 30 daily. It costs $5 per vehicle on weekdays, $6 per vehicle on weekends, and $2 for pedestrians and cyclists. For a small fee (and a short wait if the ferry is on the other side of the river when you arrive), you can take this historic ferry path and get a great view of the Connecticut River and Gillette Castle on the hill above. Definitely a fun detour that I recommend if you have time!

I really wish there were other reasonable options for travel…read more Cherry grove staff are always so rude. This is my third time using the service here and they are super rude, rolling eyes YELLING at us. We were waiting on our friend who has mobility issues but in site. It was exactly 6:30 so they saw our friend. As I turn to walk onto the ferry, they shut the door in my face. Rolled their eyes to our friends in the other side and ignored us. Normally I'd read these comments and think maybe people were rude or didn't understand that time is time but this was a complete lack of empathy and understanding over 20 seconds. They split our party and then ignored us after and push past us. Is crazzzy! We dont mind the wait but refused to let our friend off or anything. (It's their first time)

I go to pick up my Instacart order from the 3:30 ferry, it arrived at the ferry station at 2:00…read more The ride employee tells me there are no packages on this boat , (um I've picked up on the boat many times before)while handing someone else their brown bag Instacart order. Next he give a lady her Chinese food. So they what, allow some to get things while others don't I'm here all year I gave pageant come all the time. Now because they chose to make up a rule I'm screwed out of food. I can't make it to the next ferry. I will do everything in my power not to use this place to deliver anything I'd rather wait a week. They have co customer service. Actually down right rude I was ignored when trying to ask a follow up. But they can do it because they seem to have a monopoly on getting people to the island. It is no not right.. giver consideration to some while screwing other over. Shame on you and your pathetic company. Shame

It was Rush Hour. I was in South Glastonbury retrieving our CSA box from a local farm market. I…read moreneeded to pick up my dog in Rocky Hill. Is there a better time to use the Rocky Hill - Glastonbury Ferry? What's that you say? Medical emergency? Yeah, I guess that would be a better time. You're in South Glastonbury and you realize you forgot your purse at a picnic table at the Ferry Park Grill? Hmm. That's better too. Can we just agree that the CSA/Dog thing is in the top quartile of best times? Thanks. It was a lovely $5 trip that probably saved me a good 20 minutes. Service was historical, prompt, friendly and nautical. Five Stars

9/19/21 Being the oldest continuously operating ferry in the country makes me wonder how I've never…read moreused this historic treasure before now. It's actually a barge, guided by a very small tug boat, making it a quaint and interesting mode of crossing the Connecticut River. It holds a mere 3 cars (and in my case, 3 cars plus my motorcycle). Crossing takes about 5 minutes, and affords a scenic view of the river and environs. Six bucks for passage on a weekend is a bargain in my book, considering how enjoyable riding a piece of floating history it is. It also is invaluable to some commuters and bicyclists that have no real other way to get across the river, without going eleven miles to the next closest bridge crossing. It's great as no more than a tourist attraction in my case! Loved the ride. You will too! From "the Rocky Hill Ferry CT.gov" website. ***** History***** "The nation's oldest continuously operating ferry service crosses the Connecticut River between Rocky Hill and Glastonbury. The original ferry, which dates back to 1655, was a small raft pushed across the river using long poles. Under State charter, the ferry service was operated by local families throughout most of its existence. The ferry service was such a vital transportation link within the region that crossing would cease only during the most adverse conditions."