Ferry Fares
During the Sumner Tunnel closure July 5 – August 5, trips on the East Boston ferry will be free. You can also ride the Lynn or Winthrop/Quincy ferries for $2.40, or use a Zone 1A pass, with the exception of single-ride tickets.
One-Way Fares
Charlestown Ferry One-Way
with mTicket App, paper ferry ticket, or cash
with mTicket App, paper ferry ticket, or cash
Hingham/Hull Ferry One-Way
with mTicket App, paper ferry ticket, or cash
with mTicket App, paper ferry ticket, or cash
East Boston Ferry One-Way
with mTicket App or paper ferry ticket
with mTicket App or paper ferry ticket
Lynn Ferry One-Way
with mTicket App, paper ferry ticket, or cash
with mTicket App, paper ferry ticket, or cash
Winthrop/Quincy Ferry One-Way
with mTicket App, paper ferry ticket, or cash
with mTicket App, paper ferry ticket, or cash
Ferry Routes
Year-Round Ferries
- Charlestown Inner Harbor Ferry runs from Boston to Charlestown
- Hingham/Hull Commuter Ferry travels between Boston, Logan International Airport, Hingham, and Hull
Seasonal Ferries
There are three ferry routes that run seasonally in the spring and fall.
- East Boston Ferry runs from Boston to East Boston
- Lynn Ferry runs from Boston to Lynn
- Winthrop/Quincy Ferry travels between Aquarium (Central Wharf - South), Logan International Airport, Quincy, and Winthrop
Passes
The price of your ferry pass depends on your route. 1-day and 7-day passes are valid from the date and time of purchase.
Monthly passes can be purchased at fare vending machines or on mTicket starting on the 15th of the month prior. Printed passes need to be ordered between the 15th and 22nd of the month prior to be shipped.
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1-Day Commuter Rail Zone 1A Pass
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$11.00
Unlimited travel for 24 hours on the Charlestown and East Boston ferries
CharlieTicket only. Valid on:
- Charlestown Ferry
- East Boston Ferry
- Subway
- Silver Line
- Bus
- Commuter Rail Zone 1A
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7-Day Commuter Rail Zone 1A Pass
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$22.50
Unlimited travel for 7 days on the Charlestown and East Boston ferries
CharlieTicket only. Valid on:
- Charlestown Ferry
- East Boston Ferry
- Subway
- Silver Line
- Bus
- Commuter Rail Zone 1A
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Monthly LinkPass, Charlestown and East Boston Ferries
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$90.00
Unlimited travel for the remainder of the month on the Charlestown and East Boston ferries
CharlieTicket only. Valid on:
- Charlestown Ferry
- East Boston Ferry
- Subway
- Silver Line
- Bus
- Commuter Rail Zone 1A
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Monthly mTicket, Charlestown and East Boston Ferries
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$80.00
Unlimited travel for the remainder of the month on the Charlestown and East Boston ferries
Valid on:
- Charlestown Ferry
- East Boston Ferry
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Monthly Pass, Hingham/Hull Ferry
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$329.00
Unlimited travel for the remainder of the month on all MBTA ferry routes
CharlieTicket only. Valid on:
All MBTA ferries except East Boston
Subway
Silver Line
Bus
Commuter Rail Zones 1A – 5 -
Monthly mTicket, Hingham/Hull Ferry
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$319.00
Unlimited travel for the remainder of the month on all MBTA ferry routes
mTicket valid on:
All MBTA ferries
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Monthly Pass, Lynn Ferry
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$232.00
Unlimited travel for the remainder of the month on the Lynn ferry
CharlieTicket only. Valid on:
- Charlestown Ferry
- Lynn Ferry
- Winthrop/Quincy Ferry
- Subway
- Silver Line
- Bus
- Commuter Rail Zone 1A – 2
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Monthly Pass, Winthrop/Quincy Ferry
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$214.00
Unlimited travel for the remainder of the month on the Winthrop/Quincy ferry
CharlieTicket only. Valid on:
- Charlestown Ferry
- Winthrop/Quincy Ferry
- Subway
- Silver Line
- Bus
- Commuter Rail Zone 1A – 1
Auto-pay
Get a monthly ferry pass that renews automatically.
How to Pay Your Ferry Fare
First, choose how you'll pay your fare
We recommend buying a ticket or pass before you board. A crew member will check your ticket once you’re on board.
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CharlieTicket
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Best for frequent ferry riders who also use subway and bus
Monthly passes available
No online management
No discountsMonthly LinkPasses and 1-Day and 7-Day Commuter Rail Zone 1A Passes valid on:
- Charlestown Ferry
- Subway
- Silver Line
- Bus
- Commuter Rail Zone 1A
Monthly Hingham/Hull Ferry pass valid on:
All MBTA ferries
Subway
Silver Line
Bus
Commuter Rail Zones 1A – 5 -
mTicket
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Best for infrequent ferry riders or pass holders who don't take subway or bus
$10 discount on monthly passes
Convenient smartphone app for ticket purchase and validation
Option to purchase multiple tickets
Only one monthly pass per app or device
No transfersValid on:
All MBTA ferries -
Paper Tickets
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Best for infrequent ferry riders
Available at ferry ticket booths
No online management
No transfers to other modes
You can also use your EBT card to load value or passes onto a CharlieTicket at fare vending machines, the CharlieCard Store, or MBTA retail sales locations that accept EBT cards.
As of Tuesday, September 5, 2023, the CharlieCard Store has been temporarily relocated to the State Transportation Building at 10 Park Plaza, due to maintenance issues.
Then, choose where to buy your ticket or pass
When you're ready to board the ferry
A crew member will verify your fare while you’re onboard the ferry.
Reduced Fares
Some customers are eligible for reduced fares or can ride the T for free.
Other MBTA Fares
Auto-pay
Get a monthly ferry pass that renews automatically.
Reduced Fares
Some customers are eligible for reduced fares or can ride the T for free.