What times does the Galveston ferry run?

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. From 12 midnight to 6 AM, there is one ferry operating on the hour.

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.

Why is the Galveston ferry closed?

**GALVESTON FERRY UPDATE** Ferry services from Galveston to Bolivar have been suspended due to an oil spill in Galveston Bay. The closure is at the request of the U.S. Coast Guard. Contact the Ferry Office for status updates at (409) 795-2230.

Can you get out of your car on the Galveston ferry?

Vehicles must be turned off as soon as you are parked on the ferry vessel or when directed to do so by the ferry crew. Please set your parking brake. Vehicle maximum weight is 80,000 lbs, maximum length is 65 feet, maximum height is 13.5 feet and the maximum width is 8.5 feet.

Do you have to take a ferry to get to Galveston Island?

You don’t need take the ferry to get there . The water park is located close the moody garden. It’s easy to find.

What are Galveston ferry hours of Operation?

The Galveston- Port Bolivar Ferry is open to the general public. There is a curfew between the hours of 10:00 pm and 6:00 am, giving authorities the right to question anyone venturing between the ferry landing and Rollover Pass Bridge. The state operates two vessels daily.

Where is Galveston Ferry located?

The Galveston Ferry is actually a collection of vessels operated by the Highway Department as a part of State Highway 87 , which includes Broadway Avenue in Galveston and continues on Bolivar Peninsula.

Is there a ferry from Galveston to Port Bolivar?

Bolivar Ferry. Service between Galveston and Port Bolivar is currently provided via a ferry operated by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) linking both halves of State Highway 87 .