Save time and the hassle of driving to Salem from Boston, or vice versa, with a 1-way or round-trip ferry ticket. Relax on the 1-hour journey, enjoying views of the coastline along the way. Hop aboard at Boston’s Long Wharf or Blarney Street, Salem.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Duration 1 hour: Check availability to see starting times.
Driver: English

Highlights

Save time and hassle with a fast ferry ticket to Salem or Boston
Explore historic Salem and discover Wiccan boutiques and Halloween themed stores
Cruise along the Charles River during your free time in Boston
Relax on board the ferry and take in the coastal views

Full description

Spend more time sightseeing and less time traveling with a fast ferry ticket to Salem from Boston, or vice versa. Available as a 1-way or round-trip option, the hassle free journey takes a relaxing hour each way. Hop aboard at Boston’s Long Wharf, and in less than an hour you’ll be museum hopping and sampling the specialties of local chefs in Salem’s quaint neighborhoods. Discover unique boutiques for shopping and more. If you are staying in Salem but want to explore Boston, the fast ferry can speed you to Beantown in no time. Upon arrival, take a cruise along the Charles River, see all the monuments from the birth of America, or go for a walk on Boston Common. Forget the hassle of driving, finding a parking place, and driving back after a long day sightseeing and shopping. Let the ferry take the frustration out of your day. This service is seasonal and operates from May to October.

Departure Times (schedule subject to change)

May 14–October 31 2022

Round trip daily Boston-Salem-Boston: • From Boston: 9:30 AM, 11:45 AM • From Salem: 4:00 PM One way daily: • From Boston: 9:30 AM, 11:45 AM, 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM • From Salem: 7:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM

June 23–October 31 2022 - extra ferries are as follows:

One way: • From Boston: 8:30 PM only on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays

• From Salem: 7:00 PM only on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays

Includes

1-way or round-trip ferry ticket between Boston and Salem
All taxes and fees

Gratuities
Food and drinks (available on board)
Hotel pick-up and drop off

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

Traveler requirements

Masks are required while indoors

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

For round-trip bookings, all customers will be booked on the 4:00 PM return from Salem to Boston. Please contact the local operator directly to make any changes.
Infants are free, however, make sure you select the free infant ticket option

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 62 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.5/5
Transportation
4.6/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Safety
5/5

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On time, friendly, clean, provided points if interest and historical information along the route. Lots of seats and plenty of room to walk around as well. We didn’t make a purchase but they did offer snacks and drinks. We were able to take our luggage since we were staying overnight in Salem. Really fun experience!

October 22, 2021

A thoroughly enjoyable experience

As a family of three we travelled to Salem by Fast Ferry, exceptional service and the guide on board described various points of interest throughout the journey. An added bonus! Word of advice though, it is called a Fast Ferry, so you may want to take a hoodie or jacket with you to combat the sea breeze!

August 6, 2019

A nice ride! Comfortable and informative.

Great ride! Some nice history info given by the captain upon departure but not too much. Great seating, grab an inside booth in the fall! Brrrr! A little tricky to get to the boat from the ticket booth with the whale on top. Walk ALL THE WAY through the hotel when they tell you to go that way. The next booth to turn your voucher into an actual ticket, and the boat itself is on the other side.

November 5, 2017

Boston to Salem 1-Way and Round Trip Ferry Tickets

Boston to Salem 1-Way and Round Trip Ferry Tickets

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A thoroughly enjoyable experience

A nice ride! Comfortable and informative.