Ferry operator
Freedom Cruise Line
The eastern Cape's fast ferry to Nantucket, from Saquatucket Harbor in Harwich Port
- Nantucket in under 80 minutes
- Memorial Day to Columbus Day
- Free day parking
- Sails from Saquatucket Harbor
- Free day parking at the harbour
Route and rules
Freedom Cruise Line is the fast ferry operator of Harwich Port on the eastern Cape. It sails one route, from Saquatucket Harbor to Straight Wharf on Nantucket, in under 80 minutes and in season only.
Route
Harwich Port - Nantucket runs from Memorial Day weekend to Columbus Day weekend, with a morning departure from Harwich Port and an afternoon sailing back from Nantucket, which makes a full day on the island possible.
Harbour, parking and office
Saquatucket Harbor is at 731 Route 28 in Harwich Port. Day parking is free, and overnight parking is available. The office is open from 7:00 to 18:00 in summer and from 8:00 to 16:00 in spring and autumn.
On board
The ferry carries bikes and most pets. It carries no cars; the only car ferry to Nantucket is the Steamship Authority from Hyannis.
Contact
Freedom Cruise Line's office number is (508) 432-8999. Questions about a booking made through this site go to the seller named in your confirmation; the contact page explains who to ask for what.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about Freedom Cruise Line.
Where does Freedom Cruise Line sail from? +
From Saquatucket Harbor, 731 Route 28 in Harwich Port, to Straight Wharf in Nantucket town.
When does the ferry run? +
From Memorial Day weekend to Columbus Day weekend, with a morning sailing to Nantucket and an afternoon sailing back.
Is parking free? +
Day parking at the harbour is free; overnight parking is available for longer stays.
Can I bring my bike or my dog? +
Yes, bikes and most pets travel on the ferry. It carries no cars.
When is the office open? +
From 7:00 to 18:00 in summer and from 8:00 to 16:00 in spring and autumn. The phone number is (508) 432-8999.
Sail with Freedom Cruise Line
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