How often does the Bolivar ferry run?
24 hours a day
More than 8 million passengers ride the Port Aransas and Galveston-Port Bolivar ferries annually. The two routes operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, weather permitting.
What is the current wait time for the Bolivar Ferry?
Galveston-Bolivar Ferry Information
| Reporting Time | Estimated Travel Time |
|---|---|
| Today at 11:45 PM | 45+ MIN |
What is the current wait time for the Galveston ferry?
There is a minimal wait in Galveston and a 30 minute wait in Bolivar. Currently, we have 3 boats running. There is a minimal wait in Galveston and a 20 minute wait in Bolivar.
How much does the Bolivar Ferry cost?
free
About. The Galveston-Port Bolivar ferry takes travelers on SH 87 between Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula. The service is free. One vessel is in operation 24 hours per day.
What time does Bolivar ferry open?
10 answers. The ferry operates 24/7. From 6 AM to 12 midnight there are at least two ferries departing every 30 minutes. Some times up to five ferries depending upon traffic.
How much is a Galveston Ferry Pass?
The basic fee of $250 for most passenger cars, sport utility vehicles and pickups drops to $150 for additional vehicles in the same household.
Can you get out of your car on the Bolivar ferry?
Please drive on and off the ferry slowly. Vehicles should not exceed 3 mph. Follow the directions of the ferry deckhand while driving on and off the ferry. No dogs may exit vehicles and be on the deck, except seeing-eye dogs.
Can you ride the Galveston ferry without a car?
The ferry ride is fun and you can do it with or without a car. On the opposite side you need a car if you want to go anywhere or see anything.
Do you have to take a ferry to Bolivar Peninsula?
The ferry takes you from the Port Bolivar on the Bolivar Peninsular to Galveston Island. You do not need a car to ride the ferry but without it there is nothing to see. In fact even with a car there is very little to see in or around Port Bolivar.
What time does the Bolivar ferry closed?
How do I get a Bolivar ferry Pass?
Application forms for priority boarding of either ferry may be downloaded from www.dot.state.tx.us. Applications for the Galveston-Bolivar Ferry also may be obtained at the ferry office on Texas 87 at the Galveston landing, or at TxDOT’s Houston district office, 7721 Washington.
How long is the ferry from Galveston to Bolivar?
The Galveston-Bolivar ferry is the link between Galveston and Bolivar Peninsula on Hwy 87. A service provided FREE to all travelers 24 hours a day by TX-Dot since 1934. Each trip covers about 2.7 miles and takes about 18 minutes.
Where can I find information about the Galveston ferry?
To view current ferry wait times and live cameras, visit the Houston Transtar website. To receive updates and the latest news regarding the ferry, follow Galveston Ferry on Twitter. For additional information or special needs, please call (409) 795-2230. There are 3 boats in service with a minimal wait in both Galveston and Bolivar.
Can you ride the ferry on the Bolivar Peninsula?
Many travelers ride the ferry while visiting Bolivar Peninsula or Galveston by walking on. Click here it experience a ride across and enjoy the view. With an upper observation area outside and a sitting area with a/c inside that’s surrounded by windows the view is amazing both inside and outside.
What is the maximum vehicle size for the Galveston ferry?
Vehicles should not exceed 80,000 pounds, may have a maximum length of 65 feet, a maximum height of 13.5 feet and a maximum width of 8.5 feet. To view current ferry wait times and live cameras, visit the Houston Transtar website. To receive updates and the latest news regarding the ferry, follow Galveston Ferry on Twitter.