The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) runs free ferries at three locations in Virginia: the Jamestown–Scotland, Merry Point and Sunnybank ferries.
VDOT ferry routes in Virginia
Jamestown–Scotland ferry
The Jamestown–Scotland ferry carries cars and passengers across the James River between James City County and Surry County. VDOT runs it 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Merry Point ferry
The Merry Point ferry is a cable-guided ferry across the Corrotoman River on Route 604 in Lancaster County. One operator runs it during posted hours, with up to six passengers and 16 tons a crossing.
Sunnybank ferry
VDOT's third ferry, the Sunnybank ferry, crosses the Little Wicomico River on Route 644 in Northumberland County. The Sunnybank ferry is free and carries up to six passengers and 16 tons.