How to get from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket by bus and ferry?

New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket - Ferry Schedule

The SEASTREAK ferry from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket runs from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with departures every 5 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 37 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket by bus and ferry

To get from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket in Boston, take the SEASTREAK ferry from New Bedford, MA station to Nantucket, MA station. Next, take the FAST FERRY bus from Steamship Authority Broad Street station to Frances/Union (Inbound) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 37 min. The bus and ferry schedule from New Bedford (Station) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and ferry schedule to Nantucket on the Moovit app.

157min
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - SEASTREAKSEASTREAK
Bus - FAST FERRYFAST FERRY
Leaves from New Bedford, MA

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    New Bedford, MA
    0.81 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Ferry - SEASTREAKSEASTREAK
    Wait for ferry
    SEASTREAK
    Nantucket, MA
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Nantucket, MA
    120 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Steamship Authority Broad Street
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - FAST FERRYFAST FERRY
    Wait for bus
    FAST FERRY
    Milestone Rotary
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Frances/Union (Inbound)
    Ride to bus station
    Frances/Union (Inbound)
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket

The distance between New Bedford (Station), Boston and Nantucket, Boston is approximately 52.96 mi, which can typically be travelled in 157 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket by bus and ferry, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Ferry schedule from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket

To check the bus and ferry schedule from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (New Bedford (Station)) and destination (Nantucket), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and ferry routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and ferry, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and ferry schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket?

    The fastest way takes 157 minutes, using Ferry line SEASTREAK, Bus line FAST FERRY.

  • Is there a direct ferry between New Bedford (Station) and Nantucket?

    No, you’ll have to take one ferry line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 37 min.

  • Which ferry line goes from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket?

    The SEASTREAK ferry line goes from New Bedford, MA station near New Bedford (Station) in New Bedford to Nantucket, MA station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Nantucket, MA station near Nantucket in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket by ferry and bus?

    The total travel time between New Bedford (Station) in New Bedford and Nantucket in Boston by ferry and bus is about 2 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the ferry near New Bedford (Station) to get to Nantucket?

    Get on the SEASTREAK ferry from the New Bedford, MA station near New Bedford (Station) in New Bedford.

  • Where do I get off the ferry when travelling between New Bedford (Station) and Nantucket?

    Get off the ferry at the Nantucket, MA stop, which is closest to Nantucket in Boston.

  • When is the first ferry from New Bedford (Station) to Nantucket?

    The first ferry from New Bedford (Station) in New Bedford to Nantucket in Boston is Nantucket / New Bedford. It leaves the New Bedford, MA station at 4:45 AM.

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