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Provincetown Boston Ferry

Connecting the famous town of Provincetown on the tip of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, with the city of Boston, also in Massachusetts, this ferry route provides a vital link between these 2 towns. From the town of Provincetown, known primarily as the first spot the settlers landed in America, this town has a rich history that is the main attraction for many who visit here, as well as its strong cultural links, to the city of Boston, which is one of the oldest cities in America, with links to many of the major events in US history, as well as an incredible legacy of arts and education. With up to 3 ferries running per day on this route, provided by 1 ferry operator, there is no shortage of ferries to choose from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

Provincetown to Boston sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season, and from month to month, so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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Provincetown - Boston Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryUnited States
Destination CountryUnited States
No. of Operators1
OperatorsBoston Harbor City Cruises
Average Price$168
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings13
Average Sailing Duration1 h 35 m
Fastest Sailing Duration1 h 35 m
First Ferry11:30
Last Ferry21:00
Distance52 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Provincetown to Boston Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Provincetown to Boston?

    The ferry crossing time from Provincetown to Boston is approximately 1 hour 35 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Provincetown to Boston?

    Provincetown to Boston ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Provincetown to Boston is $168. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Provincetown to Boston?

    Boston Harbor City Cruises provide the ferries from Provincetown to Boston.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Provincetown to Boston?

    Book ferries from Provincetown to Boston through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Provincetown to Boston?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Provincetown to Boston with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Provincetown to Boston?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Provincetown to Boston with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Provincetown to Boston?

    Pets are not currently allowed on ferries between Provincetown and Boston.

  • How far is Provincetown to Boston?

    The distance from Provincetown to Boston is 52 nautical miles.

Provincetown to Boston Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this ferry route has up to 3 ferries running per day, which means that there are up to 21 ferries running per week, provided by 1 ferry operator, so there is not one single ferry timetable available for this route. Indeed, ferry timetables for this route can be affected by many different factors, such as seasonal changes, changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and other such factors, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most relevant information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.


How long does the Ferry to Boston from Provincetown take?

Ferry sail durations on this route can take anywhere between 1 hour and 30 minutes, to 2 hours, and this variation is caused by many different reasons. These can include changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail, so be sure to check before you book, what your expected sail time will be.


Provincetown to Boston Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Boston from Provincetown will cost is defined by many separate aspects, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which ferry operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and so on, so there are multiple ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend looking at the above graph, to see our monthly fare averages, check out our helpful fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.


Can I take my Car on the Ferry to Boston from Provincetown?

You are currently not able to take your car with you on this ferry route.

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