Brittany Ferries · 5h 20m
Oak Bluffs to Nantucket Ferry
Compare every Oak Bluffs to Nantucket sailing. From £35.41 one way, 4 times a day, crossing in about 5h 20m.
- 5h 20m crossing
- 29 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Oak Bluffs to Nantucket sailings on Saturday 31 October
4 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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Only 9 spaces left at this price on the 05:50 sailing.
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About the Oak Bluffs to Nantucket ferry
Sailing from Oak Bluffs to Nantucket takes around 5h 20m. Brittany Ferries runs the route 4 times a day, and fares start from £35.41. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £35.41 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.
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.
Oak Bluffs to Nantucket ferry timetable
There are around 29 sailings a week on this route, 4 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Oak Bluffs and Nantucket are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Bluffs – Nantucket | Brittany Ferries | 5h 20m | 29 | £35.41 | £125.42 | Yes |
| Oak Bluffs – Falmouth | CalMac Ferries | 9h 10m | 53 | £58.67 | £264.68 | Yes |
| Oak Bluffs – Hyannis | Wightlink | 7h 5m | 40 | £45.78 | £181.95 | Yes |
| Harwich MA – Nantucket | CalMac Ferries | 9h 25m | 54 | £59.96 | £273.72 | Yes |
| Hyannis – Nantucket | P&O Ferries | 1h 10m | 5 | £10.64 | £26.71 | Foot only |
How much is the ferry from Oak Bluffs to Nantucket?
One-way fares start at £35.41. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £125.42. 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?
Brittany Ferries operates the Oak Bluffs – Nantucket crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Oak Bluffs 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 Oak Bluffs
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 Oak Bluffs port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Nantucket guide for the other end.
Oak Bluffs to Nantucket ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Oak Bluffs to Nantucket?
The Oak Bluffs to Nantucket ferry takes approximately 5h 20m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Oak Bluffs to Nantucket?
One-way fares start from £35.41. The average booking on this route comes to around £125.42 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Oak Bluffs to Nantucket?
Brittany Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Oak Bluffs to Nantucket ferry run?
There are around 29 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 4 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Oak Bluffs 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 Oak Bluffs 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 Oak Bluffs 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.
Alternative crossings
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