Boston
Salem
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Boston Salem Ferry

Connecting the capital city of Boston in Massachusetts with the city of Salem, also in Massachusetts, this ferry route provides a vital link between these 2 important cities. From the city of Boston, which is one of the oldest cities in the United States, and is incredibly famous throughout its history for its pivotal roles it has played in many of the defining moments of America, such as the War of Independence, and the Civil War, this city is a must see, to the city of Salem, one of the most famous cities in America, thanks to its troubled past during the witch hunting craze, and is also home to many other priceless artefacts, as well as many beaches, parks and woods for you to get lost in. With up to 4 ferries running per day, provided by 1 ferry operator, there are plenty of ferries to choose from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

Boston - Salem Route summary
Departure CountryUnited States
Destination CountryUnited States
OperatorsBoston Harbor Cruises
Average Price$78.0*
Average Daily Sailings4
Average Weekly Sailings28
Average Sailing Duration50 mins
Fastest Sailing Duration50 mins
Distance10.5 nautical miles

*Prices subject to change, pricing taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-03-06

Boston to Salem sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season, and from month to month, so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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Boston - Salem Route summary
Departure Country United States
Destination Country United States
No. of Operators 1
Operators Boston Harbor Cruises
Average Price $120*
Average Daily Sailings 4
Average Weekly Sailings 29
Average Sailing Duration 50m
First Ferry 09:30
Last Ferry 20:30
Distance 10 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Boston to Salem?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Boston to Salem is approximately 50m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Boston to Salem?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Boston to Salem and this is
    • Boston Harbor Cruises
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Boston to Salem?

    Ferries from Boston to Salem are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Boston to Salem?

    Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Boston to Salem with
    • Boston Harbor Cruises
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Boston to Salem?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Boston to Salem with the following operators
    • Boston Harbor Cruises
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Boston to Salem?

    Unfortunately, pets are not permitted onboard this ferry service so please look for alternative routes which accommodate pets.

Boston to Salem Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this route has up to 4 ferries running per day, which means that there is up to 28 ferries running per week on this route, provided by 1 ferry operator, so there is not one single ferry timetable available for this route. Indeed, ferry timetables can be affected by many different factors, including seasonal changes, changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operators, and other such factors, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most up-to-date information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.


How long does the Ferry to Salem from Boston take?

Ferry sail duration on this route can take anywhere between 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes, and this variation is caused by many reasons. These can include changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail, so be sure to check before you book, what your expected sail time will be.


Boston to Salem Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Salem from Boston will cost is defined by many separate aspects, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which ferry operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and so on, so there are multiple ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend looking at the above graph, to see our monthly fare averages, check out our handy fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.


Can I take my Car on the Ferry to Salem from Boston?

You are currently not able to take your car with you on this ferry route.


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