Sandy Hook ferry schedule and guide
SeaStreak runs the Sandy Hook ferry, a summer beach ferry from East 35th Street and the Battery Maritime Building in Manhattan to Sandy Hook, New Jersey. The Sandy Hook ferry sells only round trips that start in Manhattan, reserved online in advance. Sandy Hook is part of Gateway National Recreation Area.
Schedule up to date as of October 26, 2026 at 6:55 AM
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Sandy Hook ferry schedule
Closed for the season from September 28, 2026 to May 22, 2027.
Sandy Hook ferry fares
| Fare type | Manhattan to Sandy Hook |
|---|---|
| Round trip | |
| Adult | $60.00 |
| Child 12 and under | $16.00 |
| Bicycles | |
| Bicycle, round trip | $5.00 |
- Sandy Hook fares include a temporary fuel surcharge of about 5%. SeaStreak charges $10 to change a reservation.
SeaStreak sells Sandy Hook ferry tickets online only, and riders add the ticket to a phone's digital wallet before boarding. SeaStreak sells no Sandy Hook tickets at the piers. SeaStreak exchanges a reservation for a fee when the rider changes it before the ticketed departure. A rider who misses that deadline loses the ticket, and SeaStreak refunds only trips it cancels.
Campers who stay on Sandy Hook for more than one day book the trip out. They then call SeaStreak to move the return to a later date, before the original return departure.
Sandy Hook ferry details
| Operator | SeaStreak |
|---|---|
| Crossing time | About 30 minutes from New York City to Sandy Hook, SeaStreak says |
| Reservations | Required. Riders reserve a round trip from Manhattan online before boarding. |
| Bicycles | Bicycles ride for a round-trip bicycle fee. |
| Pets | Dogs ride on the outdoor decks, on a leash. Sandy Hook allows dogs on its bay-side beaches, and the beach shuttle buses carry no animals. |
| Accessibility | The Sandy Hook ferry landing is accessible, SeaStreak says. The first deck of each SeaStreak ferry is accessible, and the ferries have no elevators. |
| Beach gear | Beach chairs, umbrellas and soft coolers are allowed on board. Hard coolers are not. |
The Sandy Hook ferry carries beach visitors only. The park does not let riders get dropped off or picked up at the Sandy Hook ferry from outside Sandy Hook, and it bans alcohol on park grounds.
Sandy Hook ferry terminals in Manhattan
The Sandy Hook ferry leaves from two Manhattan terminals on the East Side. SeaStreak has no parking at either one.
| Terminal | Location | Connections |
|---|---|---|
| East 35th Street | East 35th Street and FDR Drive | 4, 5 and 6 trains at 33rd Street; M34, M15 and M16 buses |
| Battery Maritime Building | 10 South Street, Slip 5 | 1 and R trains at South Ferry; 4 and 5 trains at Bowling Green |
SeaStreak boats leave from either of the two docks at East 35th Street. The Battery Maritime Building has restrooms, refreshments and a covered waiting area.
Sandy Hook ferry landing and beaches
The Sandy Hook ferry lands at the Sandy Hook ferry landing, 35 Hartshorne Drive, Sandy Hook, NJ 07732. The Sandy Hook ferry landing has restrooms and no ticket office. SeaStreak runs free shuttle buses from the ferry to Sandy Hook beaches, including Beach D and Gunnison Beach.
SeaStreak riders enter any Sandy Hook beach without a fee. Gunnison Beach is clothing optional. Some Sandy Hook beaches, Gunnison Beach among them, have no lifeguards.
Sandy Hook ferry FAQs
Where does the Sandy Hook ferry leave from?
The Sandy Hook ferry leaves from SeaStreak's East 35th Street and Battery Maritime Building terminals in Manhattan.
How much is the Sandy Hook ferry?
The Sandy Hook ferry sells round trips only, at an adult fare and a fare for children 12 and under, listed in the fares table on this page. The fares include a temporary fuel surcharge.
Does the Sandy Hook ferry need a reservation?
The Sandy Hook ferry requires a reservation made online before boarding. SeaStreak sells no Sandy Hook tickets at the piers.
How long is the ferry to Sandy Hook?
The Sandy Hook ferry takes about 30 minutes from New York City, SeaStreak says.
Can dogs go on the Sandy Hook ferry?
Dogs ride SeaStreak ferries on the outdoor decks, on a leash. Sandy Hook allows dogs on its bay-side beaches, but the beach shuttle buses carry no animals. Riders with dogs stay near the ferry landing or walk to a beach.
Does the Sandy Hook ferry run in winter?
The Sandy Hook ferry runs in summer only. The schedule on this page shows the sailings while the ferry runs.
More New Jersey ferries
- Highlands ferry, SeaStreak's commuter ferry from Highlands and Atlantic Highlands
- New Jersey ferries