Fort Ticonderoga ferry hours and guide
Fort Ticonderoga Ferry, a private operator, runs the Fort Ticonderoga ferry across Lake Champlain between Ticonderoga, New York and Shoreham, Vermont. The Fort Ticonderoga ferry is a cable ferry that holds 18 cars and closes for the winter. The Fort Ticonderoga ferry takes cash only.
Schedule up to date as of November 4, 2026
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Fort Ticonderoga ferry hours
| Days | Posted hours |
|---|---|
| Daily | Closed |
Fort Ticonderoga ferry fares
| Fare type | Fare |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Car, pickup or van, one way | $12.00 |
| Car, pickup or van, round trip | $20.00 |
| Motorcycle | $7.00 |
| Motorcycle trailer | $3.00 |
| Trike | $10.00 |
| Passenger | |
| Adult (12 and over) | $4.00 |
| Senior (65 and over) | $3.00 |
| Child (6 to 12) | $2.00 |
| Child (under 6) | Free |
- Cash only; no credit or debit cards. Vehicle fares include one driver.
Fort Ticonderoga ferry details
| Operator | Fort Ticonderoga Ferry, a private operator |
|---|---|
| Vehicles | Holds 18 cars. Maximum gross vehicle weight is 15 tons. |
| Payment | Cash only, with no credit or debit cards. Fort Ticonderoga Ferry appreciates exact change. Vehicle fares include one driver. |
Ticonderoga and Shoreham ferry terminal addresses
The Fort Ticonderoga ferry lands on Route 74 on both shores of Lake Champlain.
| Terminal | Address |
|---|---|
| Ticonderoga ferry terminal | Route 74 at Lake Champlain, 307 Ft Ti Rd, Ticonderoga, NY 12883 |
| Shoreham ferry terminal | 4831 Route 74, Shoreham, VT 05770 |
How to catch the Fort Ticonderoga ferry
The Fort Ticonderoga ferry closes promptly. Riders should arrive 15 minutes before closing to catch the last trip of the day.
During off-peak hours, riders pull the signal flag to call the Fort Ticonderoga ferry. Fort Ticonderoga Ferry posts daily updates on its Facebook page.
Fort Ticonderoga ferry FAQs
Is the Fort Ticonderoga ferry open?
The Fort Ticonderoga ferry runs seasonally and closes for the winter. Fort Ticonderoga Ferry posts daily updates on its Facebook page, and active alerts appear at the top of this page.
Does the Fort Ticonderoga ferry take credit cards?
The Fort Ticonderoga ferry does not take credit or debit cards. Fares are cash only, and Fort Ticonderoga Ferry appreciates exact change.
How many cars does the Fort Ticonderoga ferry hold?
The Fort Ticonderoga ferry holds 18 cars. The maximum gross vehicle weight is 15 tons.
How old is the Fort Ticonderoga ferry?
Fort Ticonderoga Ferry gives as the year the Fort Ticonderoga ferry was established.