Pointe a Pitre - Castries
Ferries to Saint Lucia
Pointe a Pitre - Castries
Ferries to Saint Lucia
On average there are 4 weekly sailings between Pointe a Pitre to Castries. This Pointe a Pitre Castries ferry is operated by
The first Pointe a Pitre Castries ferry typically departs from Pointe a Pitre at about 07:00.
The Pointe a Pitre Castries ferry sails in around 7h 10m. The fastest sailings are approximately 6h 45m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
On average, there are around 4 weekly ferry sailings from Pointe a Pitre to Castries. These sailings are provided by L’Express Des Iles. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables may differ by season.
Pointe a Pitre Castries ferry prices typically range between $128.71* and $341.27*. The average price is typically $256.98*. The cheapest Pointe a Pitre Castries ferry prices start from $85.19*. The average price for a foot passenger is $256.98*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of booking factors such as passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Pointe a Pitre and Castries is approximately 83.2 miles (133.9km) or 72.3 nautical miles.
Cars can not board Pointe a Pitre Castries ferries at this moment in time.
Yes, foot passengers can board the ferry from Pointe a Pitre to Castries with L’Express Des Iles. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Currently, pets can not travel on board the ferries from Pointe a Pitre to Castries.
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| Pointe a Pitre - Castries Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Guadeloupe | |
| Destination Country | Saint Lucia | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | L’Express Des Iles | |
| Average Price | $256* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 4 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 7h 10m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 6h 45m | |
| First Ferry | 07:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 16:00 | |
| Distance | 72 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Pointe a Pitre is the second largest city on the island of Guadeloupe, an overseas region of France located in the Caribbean. Due to its convenient location between Guadeloupe’s two biggest islands, it has effectively become the capital. The Pointe a Pitre ferry port on the south coast of the island, located right next to Aeroport de Pointe-a-Pitre Le Raizet. The port is easily accessible by public transport, with regular buses like A41, A98, B10, B20 and B21 all stopping directly outside the ferry terminal. Alternatively, there are taxi services available. However, traffic is renowned for being very busy in Guadeloupe. The port is about 5 minutes away from downtown Pointe a Pitre. The new terminal has a variety of facilities for passengers to enjoy including a bar, luggage storage, disabled access, toilets and car rental agencies nearby. There is also free WiFi available in the cruise terminal. The port address is 301 Résidence Hubert Jasor Angle Des Rues Achille René-boisneuf Et Frébault, Pointe-à-pitre, Guadeloupe 97110.
Castries is the capital of St. Lucia, a picturesque island located in the Caribbean Sea. This bustling metropolis is best known for its long beaches and incredible viewpoints from Morne Fortune Hill in the south. Aside from being a popular holiday destination, it’s also a hub for ferry travel. Castries ferry port is located on the northwest of St. Lucia, only a very short walk from the town centre and just 4km from George FL Charles Airport. The best way of getting to the port of Castries is by car. Simply follow the Gros Islet Highway from the north or take la Toc Road from the south. The Castries ferry terminal has a variety of different facilities for passengers to enjoy including an arrival hall, air-conditioned departure lounge, a restaurant, a bar, ATMs, taxi rank and toilets. There is also a designated drop-off zone outside the terminal building.
