There are a few ways to get from Boston to Salem. You can drive, let an Uber drive, take the train, or try something fun and jump on the ferry! Comfortable spacious seating, clean restrooms, cold beer, hot coffee, and an interesting narrated sightseeing tour along the way. It's a yes for me. read more

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Having had to use this mode of transport fairly frequently, I've usually found it to be reliable and relaxing. There's a decent bar with some simple snacks and hot meals. We decided to try their Hot dog and were pleasantly surprised with the quality. Until next time! read more

Provincetown Fast Ferry - Hot dog - Ferries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Solid form of transportation, took a ferry from Boston to Provincetown on July 4th. Boarding was fairly easy, lots of seats were available, and they had a snack bar that we didn't use. On the way back we got a much smaller ferry, but it was still comfortable enough. I think the seats could be comfier but that's a small complaint, I think it was a nice way to travel and I had no issues. read more

Took the Ferry into Salem in the am and then back to Boston pm. What a great experience and the view going back to Boston right before and during sunset was incredible! ( see photos) Note: If you are sitting up on top it can get chilly and your hair will be all over the place with the wind. read more

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Great way to visit P-Town, in season. Comfortable and large, the ship offers a full bar and limited food selections. The staff is great, especially if there is ruff waters. It was a great time. read more

The ferry runs back and forth from Charlestown to the North end if you want to walk one way and ride back. Or even take the ferry both ways. The ferry drops you near the freedom trail area and the US constitution on the other end. Don't worry it only runs the two stops. The cost was $3.85 which was worth it since we walked to the Charleston area from the cruise ship area. Enjoy! PS. If you need a snack or drink the ferry offers items too. Make sure when you board, you pay at the bar for your ticket. read more

Provincetown Fast Ferry - Ferry bar - Ferries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Wanna see my fast ferry? That's what I thought. I drove to Provincetown but then took the ferry back. It was a wonderful, speedy, luxurious ride right into the heart of dotntown Boston. It cost me 50, and it seems it's gone up since then, and this is the only reason it scores 4 instead of 5. I love riding on ferries, and this one is among the smoothest and quickest and most efficient I've been on anywhere. read more

Provincetown Fast Ferry - Not as fast as me I bet - Ferries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

As the Ferry was already problematic to board as instructions weren't clear. The seating was absolutely horrid. Upon boarding the boat you are allowed to sit where you'd like. My partner & i obtained a booth in the rear right (if you facing the front) and while waiting for the boat to leave, and boat attendant approached our both and stated " excuse me gentleman, but you will have guests at your table". Before i could ask why, immediately the attendant brings someone with a wheelchair & another person and demand they sit at our table. Now before you jump to conclusions, i am a healthcare professional. There are so many adequate spots that are wheelchair accessible & safe for this person. From OPEN TABLES to many spaces on the boat that are MORE appropriate for this persons condition. Instead of being asked if we were okay with it, we were demanded that guests would be put & no options were given. After dirty looks the attendant asks rudely in front of the person with the condition if we would like new seats. all in on it's unprofessional, embarrassing, & rude. Being told thst other people are sitting at your table meanwhile there's an open booth and space for the person in the wheelchair as well as better safety. oh well. read more

Provincetown Fast Ferry - Inside of Ferry - Ferries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

In the winter months those of us commuting from the 'burbs of Hingham into the city of Boston are lucky enough to call this our mode of transport. Once spring arrives, this big and bold boat will stop being part of the MBTA commuter fleet and will return to its main purpose of shuttling hoards of tourists from Boston out to Provincetown and back. But from November through March, this gorgeous and comfortable catamaran belongs to the Hingham commuters. It is capable of carrying up to 600 people on two large floors. Although it also has lots of outdoor deck capacity, most days during the winter it's too cold and windy to take much advantage of that, although there are always those like me who sometimes can't resist and so bundle up to catch some winters rays and sea sprays. The name of this boat is Salacia. In case you need a refresher on Roman mythology, Salacia was Neptune's wife. She was worshipped as the goddess of salt water. She wore a crown of seaweed and along with Mr. Neptune, rode around the ocean in a chariot drawn by dolphins. The name Salacia comes from the Latin word for salt which is "sal". On this modern day version of a "chariot" you can choose to sit on the upper or lower decks or floors. On the main floor there are televisions dotted throughout the cabin. These are generally tuned into news channels. The main floor is also where the bar is located. The main floor tends to be where the action is. Lots of chatting, cell-phone using, and in the evening, cocktail quaffing is going on. While the upstairs cabin has one television it's either not on or the sound is off. The upstairs is where I always sit. It is essentially "the quiet" part of the boat. Folks upstairs tend to read or talk softly or sometimes sleep. Hardly anyone will use a cell phone up there. For some reason, the upper deck is the haven for those wanting some peace and quiet although this probably isn't the case once this becomes the P-town tourist boat in the summer. Some mornings, I buy a cup of coffee on the boat. It's always surprisingly good and for a buck twenty-five,which includes a refill, it's a steal. In the evening, I might get myself a a drink. The bar is equipped to make basic cocktails and to serve very basic wines. The wine selection is mediocre though and this an area where the boat might want to upgrade. They sell snacks and other junk food on board as well. If you want something healthy to eat, you need to bring it yourself. The seats are padded and comfortable. You can sit in seats that come in rows like a theater or if you need to get some work done you can utilize the bench seating with tables. The Salacia has many bathrooms. There are at least 6 or 7 of them. They are quite clean, I'm happy to report. Something I love about all the commuter boats including this one is that you can bring your animals with you. I've met quite a few furry friends while commuting and my own dog was occasionally a passenger. The crew is a friendly and accommodating bunch who work pretty hard making the trips safe and trouble free. On this big and especially spacious catamaran, you don't feel like a typical MBTA sardined in passenger. This is a pretty darn luxurious way to travel. I have taken this boat to Provincetown precisely once since when we go we tend to drive or take our own boat but I can tell you this beauty is fast and efficient wherever you're heading. It's about a 40 minute ride to Boston from where I live and about 90 minutes to get to P-town from Boston. Although I don't have a crown of seaweed (yet) and unfortunately the boat is not powered by dolphins, I do feel like Salacia must have felt in her chariot as I am borne across the beautiful harbor every day. I love that I get to call this boat mine in the winter months. read more

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Honestly THE BEST way to get to Provincetown. Why would anyone travel any other way? I flew in earlier in the morning, took the Water Taxi ($10-12 one way) to the pier, and then walked across the pier and boarded the ferry. It was that easy!!! The only part that was not worthy of 5 stars was the airport shuttle to the water taxi...the shuttle was not on time and the tv screens were a little off. Oh and depending on which terminal you fly into will determine how long it takes to get to the water taxi. For me it took about 12-15 minutes to get from terminal A to the taxi. But other than that, it was such a great, carefree experience and they have a full bar on the ferry so you can get a mimosa or a mixed drink for your ride. If you are heading to Ptown anytime time soon...check out this option and save yourself the headache of sitting in traffic!!! read more

City Experiences fast ferry to Provincetown from Long Wharf to Provincetown. I purchased a round trip ticket and an emergency came up and I had to drive to Provincetown a day earlier. I did use the return ferry ticket but when I explained my situation to City Experiences and asked if they could credit me a one-way ticket they refused. Before City Experiences took over the fast ferry it was run by Boston Harbor Cruises. They had a great company that would always credit an unused boat ticket. I have been taking the ferry to Provincetown for over 20 years from Long Wharf but will no longer be doing this. I will go forward taking the Bay State Ferry from Seaport. No use in brand loyalty when the brand is no longer a caring company. read more

After taking the Provincetown Fast Ferry, I can't imagine another way of getting to P-Town. Sure, you could drive, but that means no morning mimosas on the way there. You could take the three-hour ferry, but why spend the precious hours on traveling when you can get there in half the time and have more fun? Buy your tickets in advance because they do sell out and be sure to get there early to lock down seating for your crew! read more

Provincetown Fast Ferry - Ferries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Although the prices are pretty steep, $79 for a round trip from the Boston harbor to Provincetown and back, the headaches you will save make it well worth it. Sure, it's a lot of money, but keeping in mind that it also takes half the time as the regular ferry, that means that you'll have an extra 90 minutes in P-Town. The ship is clean, the views from the boat are neat and even with the ship being sold out for the trips, we still had enough room without feeling cramped. But just like Leighann said, make sure you get there early because the lines form more than 30 minutes before the ships depart and securing a precious spot by a window will be difficult if you arrive later... read more

Provincetown Fast Ferry - Ferries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They canceled our ferry at the last minute and put us on a bus. 3 hours later, we still aren't there! Instead of a fast ferry we got a slow bus. They won't answer emails, and haven't refunded any of our ticket price. Bait and switch! read more

Provincetown Fast Ferry - Not a ferry! - Ferries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Fast but windy! Ladies bring a hair elastic if you sit outside:) My friend is able to get tickets from friends, so we take a yearly trip:) read more

Provincetown Fast Ferry - Ferries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

It's a perfect way to enjoy time with friends and/or family on your way to the Cape. No traffic. No horrible drivers. On this trip I really didn't have any interaction with the crew. So I can't speak on the customer service. However the young lady at the ticket booth was very nice. At 8 I'm not that alert. The resteooms were clean. There was a time I went to the restroom and soomeone had put booklets into the toilet. Hopefully they accidentally fell in but you never know. My husband and I have decided to make this our mode of transportation to Ptown whenever we go. read more

Eh is OK. Staff is friendly, the boat is smooth and nice (catamaran). Have a perpetual problem with their credit card machine, no apple/android pay, so take cash as it's been down for over a month, maybe more. read more

Provincetown Fast Ferry - Exciting doodle weekend ahead! - Ferries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I think of the Provincetown Fast Ferry like I think of Paris Hilton, but in a good way. She is loud and fun and while usually pricey, she can be cheap if you go at the right time and under the right circumstances. She rides good and fast, and there is video to prove it. She will take you to where the party is and get you home after you've been tired out. And while she is predominantly ridden by men, you are not too surprised to see a girl or two on her. I myself have ridden her a total of 4 times. read more

On a Saturday in the summer, it would take hours to get to Provincetown from Boston by car. Lots of traffic, waiting on highways to cross the bridges. Or, you can take the ferry. For a trip that's about 90 minutes, you don't have to worry about traffic, you don't have to worry about having a morning mimosa, you can zone out, or party, whatever you wish. The first ferry out can fill up fast, so get your tickets in advance, and get to the wharf early to get your spot in line. You can travel inside or outside on the boat, and inside you can sit in seats or at tables. There's a bar on the boat, or you can bring your own booze for the trip. The ferry is pricey, $79 round trip, but the $40 groupon they've offered the past couple years has been a godsend. The groupon sells out fast, but if you're lucky enough to get one, the price can't be beat. Sometimes shelling out some cash is a better alternative to sitting in traffic and missing your whole morning. A definite positive for taking the ferry, the views. Great angles of the Boston skyline. At night, it's gorgeous. I spent almost the entire trip home on the last ferry out of P-town on the front of the boat. We watched a couple far-away fireworks shows, saw some shooting stars, and then the lights of Boston as you make your way back to the wharf, so pretty. read more

It's quite the fast ferry. In an hour and a half, you get from point A to point B, traveling through Massachusetts on a journey that probably took the Pilgrims more time (but they probably did not have booze to buy on the Mayflower, so that might have been a reason for the slow trip time). You will need to buy in advance, and it is pricey if you don't have a Groupon or something similar, but overall it's a nice ride. read more

How great it is... this is an excellent option for travelling to Provincetown. It's cheaper than driving, easy to get to, and very, very nice! I've been on many ferries in my life, and never seen such a comfortable and well-kept boat. Friendly staff and cute snack bar with beers, mixed drinks, and various morsels, make for a pleasant ride. The boat moves fast, so plan on hanging out inside, and in just 90 minutes, you'll be enjoying all that PTown has to offer. read more

The Fast Ferry is, well, fast. Only an hour and a half. Beats the hell out of driving to P-town! I took it on the day of Provincetown's Carnival parade last year, so it was a pretty crowded scene. Still, got a seat on the outside deck. Was somewhat surprised to see people ordering booze, considering it was like 9 AM. I went on a one-way (I was meeting up with some friends down there), which was $55, if I remember correctly. The round trip I believe is something around $80. A little pricey, but not too bad considering the value of the service (gets you to P-town very quickly with no hassle). Buy tickets in advance, and get there early. read more

$80 might seem steep until you consider: 1. The hours of driving from Boston. I've attempted it myself and on 3 separate occasions made it no further than Orleans in 3 hours. Nightmare traffic. 2. The price and hassle of parking in PTown 3. The cost of gas 4. The lost time in 2 3-hour ferry trips. Plenty of comfy seats and booths on board. On the trip out, read a book, toast to the weekend or drift into sleep while watching the muted televisions in the cabin. On the return, take in the skyline from the bottom deck with your face in the wind and hold on to anything that isn't nailed down. There's no better bargain for a day trip to Provincetown. read more

Getting to the cape can be a nightmare, especially when you need to travel all the way to the tip! Unless you're someone who likes sitting in traffic, or putting along on a slow rinky dinky boat... the fast ferry is really your only option. Even if you don't m ind traffic, like driving, and/or don't care about time..... the fast ferry is still your best option. It's efficient. It's clean. It's comfortable. It's convenient. It's slightly pricy... but it's well worth it. Buy your tickets well in advance, and book your time spot with plenty of time as well. This boat gets packed, especially in August. Remember - summer houses are on a weekly Saturday to Saturday schedule... so expect the 1st boat out and the last boats back on Saturday to be more crowded than others... plan accordingly. Also, it's OK to drink alcohol on the ship, so you can either bring your own or buy some once you arrive from the bar. read more

Decided to use a Groupon for the Fast Ferry on a weekend at the end of Aug. which just so happened to be the same weekend Hurricane Irene decided to show her face. Went over Sat. morning on the not so crowded ferry - the ferry was still running despite the forecast that a hurricane was approaching. The ride to P-Town was extremely smooth - the calm before the storm perhaps. This ferry reminds me of ones in Seattle -- there are tables and booths along with rows of seats. The ferry goes from downtown Boston to downtown Provincetown so it is super convenient. I'm not sure if I would ever take the ferry without a groupon - it is just too good of a deal v. the regular price, however, it was a nice experience and a great way to get to the tip of the cape. The ferry company was very accommodating considering the hurricane. As the hurricane was coming through, the ferry company sent a bus to get anyone (about 10 people who braved the elements) due back to Boston Sunday morning. There was a little confusion with the timing of the shuttle bus, but overall it was nice that they sent a bus and got us home safe in the middle of a storm with the T not even running. read more

Sorry to say the fast ferry is not better than the old slow ferry. Yes, it gets you to P-town fast but I don't need fast on my day off. The old ferry was slow comfortable and WAY more fun. We would start the party after leaving the dock! Now it's a bumpy uncomfortable ride. read more

A college boy sat quietly, a brown-bagged forty nestled between his legs, as he tried to focus on his summer reading. Beside him, a puppy sniffed its way around the edges of a backpack. Two men ashed their cigarettes into the ocean. There are no rules on the Provincetown Ferry... Freckled toddlers abound on the ferry floor. People eat pretzels in the sun and quench their thirst on second-rate drinks from the bar (don't worry, you can bring your own). Finance executives with hip glasses share beers with their not-so-successful sons. I sat on the poop deck, watching the sun go down, a growler of beer in one hand and a salad in the other. Travel at its best; people watching in its finest form. read more

This is a great way to visit Provincetown from Boston. The boat is quick with some decent sights along the way. You can bring food or booze with you or buy some from their "cafe" area. If you want peace and quiet on the way I suggest ear plugs or buds because there are often large groups of people chatting or watching loud movies. We needed motion sickness pills on the return trip because of the weather but the ride out there was pretty smooth. read more

Ferry was great! Super fast, clean and convenient. The highlight for me was Donal, the Irish BHC member. Super informative and honest as the host/concierge on the boat. He hooked us up with all the great things to do on our day trip! And he even checked in with us on the way back to Boston! He heard we were going on the Codzilla, and when I heard you can get wet he offered to ask one of his colleagues where the "driest place to sit on the boat" was. Really above and beyond. read more

Rode the ferry from Provincetown to Boston back in August. Wonderful and convenient for a very fair price.

Since neither of us had ever been to P-town, my BF and I decided on a whim to head over one day. Tickets were easily purchased via phone browser. The Ferry departed on time and the crew was very friendly. The seas were a little choppy on the way over, but they can't control that... We had a nice ride over, great time in P-Town, then rode back later that night with the same crew. It was nice to be recognized by the crew and they were very engaging in conversation, asking us about our day, etc. After dinner we ran into one of the crew members in street clothes on the street. He came up to us and asked us about our day and wished us a good night. Great experience. read more

We make an annual trip to Ptown each fall and the only way we get there is the Fast Ferry. Not only is it quick and low stress, but the boat has a good pour and they allow dogs, so sometimes there is extra entertainment (on top of the TVs). The tickets are also super flexible, so, if you need to swap out that early Sunday return for the later evening boat. read more

When I arrived at the ticket window my ticket was stamped: "rough seas: no refunds." Being a little cocky of my seafaring abilities, I made a joke and ignored the warning. I sat in a row by myself, planning to have an 1.5 hour nap before my arrival in ptown. I thought wrong. As we set sail, the crew came around handing 3-4 barf bags to each person (the crew was very accommodating). Yikes. Even if I wasn't going to puke up my coffee and pumpkin munchkin, hearing the sound of someone else barfing into a bag would surely make me. Rough seas was an understatement. I felt like I was at six flags. And I hate roller coasters. I planned my escape, assuming the boat would capsize and I would be stuck inside with bags of puke and annoying tourists thinking they were heading out for a peaceful, scenic day on cape cod. I slouched into my seat, shut my eyes, and prayed no one would puke on me (I didn't pack an extra outfit). Passengers (I'll refrain from inappropriately stereotyping them) kept trying to walk to the bathroom with their barf bags. They'd stop right in front of me, dangling from the overhead railing, holding their mouths closed. Ewwwwww. Just sit the fuck down people. So to my left 2 guys yacking into a trash barrel, to my right about six more people hunched over staring into a little white bag. No talking, just gagging noises. I managed to remain safe and puke free as we entered the harbor. However, will I take the non-refundable trip again? Nah, I'll just save myself the headache and drive. If you like the smell of puke and riding a catamaran over 10ft waves, this trip is for you. read more

I've taken the BHC Fast Ferry many times and love it! The schedule is great, crew wonderful and what better way to travel than out of your car. AND if you join the Friends of the Boston Harbor Islands http://fbhi.org/purchase-membership.html you can save a whopping 20% off your tickets! read more

We took this ferry to spend a day at Province town and although they tell you 90 minutes, it's more like 100-105 minutes. We took it both ways and neither time was 90 minutes. If you're someone that can't stand for long periods of time, be sure to get on line 60-90 minutes before your scheduled time to insure a seat. Once inside they have snacks, drinks, beer eye and it is air conditioned. I used the restroom and they were filthy and by our 4:00 time, there was no toilet paper. This ferry is still better than driving. read more