Getting Here is Half the Fun

Getting to the island is timeless adventure, and it’s a Nantucket tradition shared by generations of visitors. No matter how you get here, we know that the journey will put you in the right frame-of-mind.

Without a Car (Recommended)

We recommend coming to the island without a car. Our convenient location is near the waterfront and steps from downtown.  We are within walking distance of the shops, restaurants, activities, beaches and bicycle paths.

Nantucket Hotel guests are encouraged to utilize our new, private parking lot in Hyannis, located within walking distance of all ferry services.  Our  VIP  Hyannis Parking and On-Island Pickup Package is a great way to take the hassle out of ferry parking on the mainland. 

With a Car

If you choose to bring your car to the island advance reservations are required.  Please contact the Steamship Authority. We have a limited number of onsite parking spots at the hotel, which should be reserved in advance of your arrival. 

Ferry Details

Ferries depart to Nantucket from Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, New Bedford MA, New York City and New Jersey.  All ferries carry passengers.  Vehicles are only transported from Hyannis on the Steamship Authority conventional ferries.   Shuttle service between the boat docks on Nantucket and the hotel is complimentary for Nantucket Hotel guests who notify us in advance.

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Nantucket Hotel guests are encouraged to utilize our new, private parking lot in Hyannis, located within walking distance of all ferry services.  Our  VIP  Hyannis Parking and On-Island Pickup Package is a great way to take the hassle out of ferry parking on the mainland. 

Fast Ferry from Hyannis

Enjoy a quick 1 hour ride to Nantucket aboard one of the two fast ferries that service the island of Nantucket. Hyline and Steamship Authority’s terminals are located a short distance from each other on Hyannis Harbor. Ferries accommodate passengers and bicycles. 

Steamship Authority

The ferry runs from the end of March to early January,

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Hyline Cruises

The ferry runs year-round at regular intervals throughout the day.

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Steamship Authority Vehicle Ferry

Travel to the island with your car on the Steamship Authority’s fleet of vehicle ferries. Reservations must be made in advance for vehicles or can be made day of for passenger crossings.

Make Steamship Reservations

TRIP DURATION
2 Hrs, 15 Mins
SCHEDULE
Year-Round

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Hyline Inter-Island Ferry

Hyline’s inter-island ferry offers a convenient way to travel between Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. 

Make Hyline Reservations

ACCOMMODATES
Passengers
TRIP DURATION
1 Hr, 10 Mins
SCHEDULE
Mid-May to Mid-October

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Seastreak Ferry

Seastreak’s service operates between New Bedford Harbor and Nantucket Harbor. The Seastreak’s New Bedford terminal offers convenient valet parking service for easy drop-off and pick-up upon departure and arrival. 

Make Seastreak Reservations

ACCOMMODATES
Passengers
TRIP DURATION
1 Hr 40 Mins

This is the closest departure point for those coming from the west including RI, CT, NY and NJ

SCHEDULE
Mid-April to Mid-October,  Thanksgiving Weekend, and Select December Dates

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Freedom Cruises

Sailing from picturesque Saquatucket Harbor in Harwich Port, you will avoid the parking and traffic hassles of Hyannis.

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ACCOMMODATES
Passengers
TRIP DURATION
80 Mins

This is the closest departure point for those coming from the Chatham area on Cape Cod.

SCHEDULE
Mid-May through Eary October

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Seastreak Cruises

Ride in style from Highlands, NJ and East 35th Street on Manhattan straight to Nantucket on select weekends from May 24th – September 2nd. Enjoy on-board snacks and refreshments while you’re whisked away to the island!

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Onsite Parking

A car is not needed as we are located in town, easy walking distance to shops, restaurants and museums. Limited on-site parking is available to Nantucket Hotel guests who choose to bring their vehicles over to the island.

By Air

Other Transportation Options

BUS

Bus to Hyannis

Plymouth & Brockton Bus Lines operate hourly between Hyannis and Boston’s Logan Airport and South Station. 

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates between Hyannis and NYC, Connecticut points, Providence RI and Boston’s Logan Airport terminals and South Station. 

The Hyannis bus terminal is an easy walk or taxi ride to all Hyannis ferry terminals.

CAR RENTALS

Car Rentals to Hyannis

Budget and Avis have car rental offices in Hyannis and at the Steamship Authority terminal. One-way drop-off is accommodated.

If you are a member of either car rental company you will benefit from Discount Code #H855900.  It will give you up to 20% off your daily, weekly or weekend rates.

PRIVATE CARS

Car Service to Hyannis or New Bedford

Austin Limousine (508-679-5200)

White Tie Limo Escort Coach at (800) 564-8116

Little Rest Limousine at (401) 294-1414.  

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