Rocky Hill Ferry (2024)

FAQs

How long is the Rocky Hill ferry? ›

This is a 3 car ferry and about a 10 minute ride, but you are on the water and can see a ways up and down the river.

The ferry runs between April 1 and November 30, except on Thanksgiving. The fare for cyclists and pedestrians is $2. For drivers, it's $5 on weekdays and $6 on weekends.

The Rocky Hill–Glastonbury Ferry is the oldest continuously operated ferry in America.

The Rocky Hill ferry has earned a place in history as the nation's oldest continuously operating ferry service. The Hollister III, an open flatboat is towed across the Connecticut River by the towboat Cumberland.

With an ocean crossing of approximately 1900 metres, the cable ferry between Vancouver Island and Denman Island in British Columbia; is the longest one in the world.

The Balboa Island ferry has been in business for several decades. Passengers, bicyclists and cars ride to and from the Peninsula. Generally 3 cars fit on the ferry at one time.

You can drive your vehicle-on or walk-on depending on your plans. One ferry operates 24 hours a day while a second is placed in service at 6:30am and a 3rd in the afternoon. Up to 6 ferries may be in operation during peak seasons, holidays, events and as traffic calls for more frequent service.

How Long is the Balboa Island Ferry ride? It takes approximately 3-5 minutes to cross between Balboa Island and Balboa Peninsula. Just enough time for the operators to collect your cash and for you to snap some quick pictures! Most people love to capture the Ferris Wheel or the Harbor Pavilion in the background.

Many choose the ferry's direct route and scenic crossing. Hours of Operation: Monday through Sunday: 6:30 a.m. until 12:00 a.m.

On September 28, 1994, 852 people die in one of the worst maritime disasters of the century when the Estonia, a large car-and-passenger ferry, sinks in the Baltic Sea.

Has a ferry ever sunk in the US? ›

On Oct. 20, 1976, the worst ferry disaster in the history of the United States occurred on the Mississippi River in St. Charles Parish. Seventy-seven lives were lost.

Herald of Free Enterprise, 1987—The Herald of Free Enterprise ferry capsized soon after leaving the Belgian port of Zeebrugge, leading to a loss of life of 193.

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.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) owns and operates two seasonal ferries across the Connecticut River – one between Rocky Hill - Glastonbury and the other between Chester - Hadlyme.

NYC Ferry is the city's primary ferry system. It is a public network operated by the private company Hornblower. The service launched in May 2017 and has since grown to include six routes (South Brooklyn, East River, Rockaway, Soundview, Astoria and St. George) and seasonal passage to Governors Island.

High-speed passenger service, 40-minute crossing time with 400 passenger capacity. Also, offers lighthouse cruises aboard the high-speed SEA JET, a smooth sailing wave-piercing catamaran, equipped with modern airline-style seating on two enclosed air-conditioned passenger decks with spacious outdoor deck for viewing.

The CAT High-Speed Car Ferry

Embark on an international voyage between Bar Harbor, Maine to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia in only 3.5 hours.

The trip between Fort Gaines on Dauphin Island and Fort Morgan at Mobile Point provides wonderful views of the two historic forts that have long guarded the entrance of Mobile Bay. The trip takes approximately 40 minutes and is a great way for passengers to view birds, sea life and other boats and ships.

The regular crossing time is scheduled at approximately 50 minutes. Weather and traffic conditions can impact the transit time. All guests must be ticketed and ready for loading 20 minutes prior to departure. All ticket sales cease 5 minutes prior to sailing in order to complete the loading process.