Ferry crossing between Harwich MA and Nantucket

CalMac Ferries · 9h 25m

Harwich MA to Nantucket Ferry

Compare every Harwich MA to Nantucket sailing. From £59.96 one way, 8 times a day, crossing in about 9h 25m.

  • 9h 25m crossing
  • 54 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Harwich MA to Nantucket sailings on Saturday 31 October

8 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Meridian of the North
06:05Harwich MA
9h 10m
★ Cheapest
15:15Nantucket
£74.10
total
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Meridian of the North
08:15Harwich MA
9h 20m
Foot passenger
17:35Nantucket
£102.33
total
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Meridian of the North
10:25Harwich MA
9h 35m
Foot passenger
20:00Nantucket
£88.30
total
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Meridian of the North
12:30Harwich MA
8h 58m
Foot passenger
21:28Nantucket
£93.12
total · free changes
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Meridian of the North
14:40Harwich MA
9h 2m
Foot passenger
23:42Nantucket
£85.49
total · free changes
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Meridian of the North
16:50Harwich MA
9h 3m
Foot passenger
01:53Nantucket (+1)
£102.65
total
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Meridian of the North
18:00Harwich MA
8h 57m
⚡ Fastest
02:57Nantucket (+1)
£101.44
total · free changes
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Meridian of the North
21:05Harwich MA
9h 19m
Foot passenger
06:24Nantucket (+1)
£87.06
total
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About the Harwich MA to Nantucket ferry

CalMac Ferries operates the Harwich MA – Nantucket crossing 8 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 9h 25m, with one-way tickets from £59.96. Fares move with demand, so midweek and early-morning departures are consistently the cheapest way to cross.

Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Harwich MA to Nantucket ferry timetable

There are around 54 sailings a week on this route, 8 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Harwich MA and Nantucket are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Harwich MA – Nantucket CalMac Ferries9h 25m54 £59.96£273.72 Yes
Oak Bluffs – Nantucket Brittany Ferries5h 20m29 £35.41£125.42 Yes
Hyannis – Nantucket P&O Ferries1h 10m5 £10.64£26.71 Foot only

How much is the ferry from Harwich MA to Nantucket?

One-way fares start at £59.96. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £273.72. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.

Which operators sail this route?

CalMac Ferries operates the Harwich MA – Nantucket crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Harwich MA to Nantucket ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.

Getting to Harwich MA

Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Harwich MA port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Nantucket guide for the other end.

Harwich MA to Nantucket ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Harwich MA to Nantucket?

The Harwich MA to Nantucket ferry takes approximately 9h 25m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Harwich MA to Nantucket?

One-way fares start from £59.96. The average booking on this route comes to around £273.72 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Harwich MA to Nantucket?

CalMac Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Harwich MA to Nantucket ferry run?

There are around 54 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 8 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Harwich MA to Nantucket ferry?

Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Harwich MA to Nantucket?

Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book?

Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.

Do I need a passport for the Harwich MA to Nantucket ferry?

Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.