New ferry service from Ft. Lauderdale to Freeport
Great news! South Florida residents now have another travel option available to get to Grand Bahama. Today, Bahamas Express began fast ferry service between Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Grand Bahama Island.
The 76-mile journey takes approximately 2. 5 hours. On your way to Grand Bahama, you can enjoy duty-free shopping, on-board entertainment and food and beverage services.
Ferries leave daily, except Wednesday, at 10 a.m. from Fort Lauderdale. Fares begin at $49.50 plus tax.
To make a reservation or for more details, visit their website, or call 1-954-278-3789 or 1-786-280-6861.
We hope to see you soon!
Gary Guertin
1 year ago
Certainly great news!
Paul F. in Miami
1 year ago
Question, please, re: ferry between Mia/Ft.Lauderdale to/from Freeport, Grand Bahama
Any ferry restriction or charges for bringing along a docile Shih-Tzu doggy in an airline-approved carry-on bag?
Thanks!
Ta'Shar
1 year ago
Hello Paul, according to the Bahamas Express website, animals are not allowed. However, you may want to contact them directly to confirm at (866) 699-6988.
shirlianne stirewalt
1 year ago
Is this price round trip ? We want to stay a week in freeport using the ferry as a ride to and from Freeport:) Just wondered how that would work ?
Ta'Shar
1 year ago
Hello Shirlianne,
The price is the starting roundtrip fare originally provided by the ferry service. You are able to take a day trip or select different arrival/departure dates to stay a week as you mentioned. Rates vary depending upon day and trip, but there are offers listed on their website. Here is the direct link to the ferry service website for you check out fares and dates: https://www.ferryexpress.com.
We also hope that you’ll consider staying with us at Sunrise during your stay on Grand Bahama island!
Darlene
11 months ago
Do you have to make reservations & does it come back to Fort Lauderdale daily?
Ta'Shar
11 months ago
Hello Darlene,
Yes, you do make reservations directly with the ferry service and it is offered daily between Fort Lauderdale and Grand Bahama Island.
You may view fares and dates at: https://www.ferryexpress.com.
Jessie
7 months ago
Hello all,
I was recently looking into tickets for late January 2013… I was just wondering if anyone knew the reason if says they do not have the service on a Wednesday? Is it just too far in advance or does the ferry not run at the end of January?
Thank you!
Ta'Shar
7 months ago
Hello Jessie,
We recommend that you contact the Ferry service directly to inquire about their schedule for January 2013. You can reach Bahamas Express at 1-954-278-3789 or 1-786-280-6861. We hope to welcome you to Sunrise Resort in January.
debbie wright
7 months ago
we are going to freeport bahamas on jan 26 there is 8 of us going and coming back in a week is there a ferry at this time
Ta'Shar
7 months ago
Greetings Debbie,
Please contact the ferry service directly for the schedule and to make reservations. You may reach Bahamas Express at 1-954-278-3789, 1-786-280-6861, or https://www.ferryexpress.com. We hope to have the pleasure to welcome you and your group to beautiful Grand Bahama and Sunrise Resort and Marina in January.