Boston–Provincetown ferry schedule and guide
Bay State Cruise Company runs the Boston–Provincetown ferry, a seasonal passenger fast ferry between Commonwealth Pier in Boston and MacMillan Pier in Provincetown, Massachusetts. Bay State Cruise Company says the crossing takes 90 minutes. The fast ferry carries passengers, bicycles and dogs, and no cars.
Extra sailing Thursday, October 29, 2026
Bay State Cruise Company adds a round trip between Boston and Provincetown on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at its Friday times. The ferry leaves Boston at 1:00 PM and reaches Provincetown at 2:40 PM. The return leaves Provincetown at 3:00 PM and reaches Boston at 4:40 PM. This sailing is not in the schedule on this page.
Schedule up to date as of October 25, 2026 at 11:50 PM
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Boston–Provincetown ferry schedule Fall 2026
The Fall 2026 schedule runs from October 23, 2026 to November 15, 2026.
Departures from Boston, Saturdays and Sundays
| Departs | To |
|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | Provincetown |
Departures from Boston, Fridays
| Departs | To |
|---|---|
| 1:00 PM | Provincetown |
Departures from Provincetown, Saturdays and Sundays
| Departs | To |
|---|---|
| 3:00 PM | Boston |
Departures from Provincetown, Fridays
| Departs | To |
|---|---|
| 3:00 PM | Boston |
Boston–Provincetown ferry fares
Boston–Provincetown ferry tickets are not refundable. Bay State Cruise Company changes a reservation free, as often as needed, before the scheduled departure. A rider who cancels before the trip gets a credit good for one year.
A round-trip ticket's return can be on a later day in the same season. Bay State Cruise Company takes Visa, American Express and Mastercard.
Boston–Provincetown ferry details
| Operator | Bay State Cruise Company |
|---|---|
| Crossing time | 90 minutes, Bay State Cruise Company says |
| Vehicles | None. The fast ferry carries no cars, motorcycles, mopeds or motor scooters. Electric bicycles ride if they are bicycle-sized. |
| Reservations | Recommended. Bay State Cruise Company sells walk-up tickets but promises seats only to riders with reservations. Riders pick up reserved tickets at the ticket office at least 10 minutes before sailing, or the seats can go to the waiting list. |
| Payment | Visa, American Express and Mastercard |
| Bicycles | Bicycles, tandem bicycles and bicycles with trailers ride for a fare. Riders add bicycles to the reservation. |
| Pets | Dogs ride free on a leash. |
| Accessibility | The fast ferry is wheelchair accessible at the Boston and Provincetown docks and has wheelchair accessible restrooms. |
| Luggage | Bay State Cruise Company carries luggage free. Luggage goes on racks on the top and lower decks, not at the seats. |
| Restrooms and food on board | The fast ferry has restrooms and a galley that sells food, beer, wine and mixed drinks. Riders may bring their own food but may not drink alcohol bought elsewhere. |
Commonwealth Pier ferry terminal parking and directions
The Boston–Provincetown ferry leaves from Commonwealth Pier (Boston ferry terminal), 200 Seaport Blvd, in Boston's Seaport District. The fast ferry ties up on the east side of Commonwealth Pier, the right side when facing the harbor.
Transit to Commonwealth Pier
The MBTA Silver Line stops at World Trade Center, less than 100 yards from Commonwealth Pier. From South Station, the Silver Line ride takes about 4 minutes, and the walk takes about 18 to 20 minutes.
From Logan Airport, riders reach Commonwealth Pier by Silver Line bus, taxi or water taxi. Bay State Cruise Company asks water taxi riders to name Commonwealth Pier, because more than one ferry company sails from Boston.
Parking near Commonwealth Pier
Bay State Cruise Company does not own or run the parking near Commonwealth Pier. The Seaport Hotel's underground garage is across the street from Commonwealth Pier. The South Boston Waterfront Transportation Center is one block inland on Congress Street. Both allow overnight parking.
Provincetown ferry terminal at MacMillan Pier
The Boston–Provincetown ferry lands at MacMillan Pier in Provincetown. Bay State Cruise Company's Provincetown ticket office is in the Chamber of Commerce office on the west side of Lopes Square. The ticket office faces MacMillan Pier across the parking lot.
Bay State Cruise Company stores luggage at its booth on the Provincetown dock, close to the ferry. Drivers park in Provincetown's municipal parking lot at the foot of the piers.
Bay State Cruise Company says walking and bicycling are the preferred ways to get around Provincetown. Provincetown taxis usually take bookings by phone. Rental cars are at Provincetown Airport, a short taxi ride from downtown.
Boston–Provincetown ferry weather cancellations
Bay State Cruise Company cancels the fast ferry when wind-driven waves run too high, and runs motor coaches between Boston and Provincetown instead. Rain alone does not cancel the Boston–Provincetown ferry. Most cancellations come in early spring or fall, Bay State Cruise Company says.
Bay State Cruise Company posts weather alerts on its website 2 to 3 days ahead and emails the riders booked on those trips.
Boston–Provincetown ferry FAQs
How long is the ferry from Boston to Provincetown?
The Boston–Provincetown fast ferry crossing takes 90 minutes, Bay State Cruise Company says.
Can cars go on the Provincetown ferry?
The Boston–Provincetown ferry carries no cars. No car ferry serves Provincetown, because its docks and piers cannot take car ferries, Bay State Cruise Company says.
Does the Provincetown ferry run in winter?
The Boston–Provincetown ferry runs seasonally. Bay State Cruise Company runs the fast ferry daily for most of the season and on weekends near the end. The schedule above shows the sailings while the fast ferry runs.
Where does the Provincetown ferry leave from in Boston?
The Boston–Provincetown ferry leaves from the east side of Commonwealth Pier at 200 Seaport Blvd, in Boston's Seaport District. The World Trade Center Silver Line stop is less than 100 yards away.
Can dogs ride the Provincetown ferry?
Dogs ride the Boston–Provincetown ferry free, on a leash.
Are Provincetown ferry tickets refundable?
Boston–Provincetown ferry tickets are not refundable. Bay State Cruise Company changes reservations free before departure and gives a credit good for one year when a rider cancels before the trip.
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