Pro Tip from Mark
Almost ALL ferries leave at 9 AM to dodge afternoon storms. I learned this the hard way — arrive by 7:30 AM for international routes, trust me! Customs lines can be brutal.
Florida to Bahamas Schedules
Fort Lauderdale → Bimini
Balearia Caribbean
"This is THE route for families. Always leaves on time at 9 AM sharp. Get there by 7:30 to beat the crowds — parking fills up fast! The crew knows me by name now after 20+ trips."
Inter-Island Ferry Schedules
Nassau → Harbour Island
Bahamas Ferries (via Spanish Wells)
| Departure | Spanish Wells | Harbour Island | Days | Book |
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| 8:00 AM | 10:10 AM | 11:00 AM |
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| Check-in required by 6:30 AM — no exceptions! | ||||
"Weekend-only service is limiting, but those pink sand beaches! The 8 AM departure is rough if you're flying in same day. Stay in Nassau the night before — learned that lesson the hard way."
Marsh Harbour Ferry Hub
Multiple operators
Treasure Cay → Green Turtle Cay
Green Turtle Ferry
8 daily crossings! First at 6:30 AM, last at 5:00 PM. This is the most frequent ferry service in the Abacos — super convenient!
Schedule Secrets
Understanding Bahamas Ferry Timing
Morning Magic
9 AM isn't random — it's the sweet spot before afternoon thunderstorms and after customs opens. Seas are calmest before noon!
Customs Clock
Bahamas customs works 9 AM - 5 PM. That's why there's only ONE daily international departure — gotta arrive during office hours!
Tide Times
Some harbors (like Spanish Wells) need high tide. Schedules are actually synced with tides — saves 15% on fuel too!
Hurricane Season
June-November = flexible schedules. Always check 24 hours before! Some routes suspend entirely during peak storm months.
Weekend Warriors
Nassau ferries run weekends only — they know their market! Perfect for Nassau locals, tough for fly-in tourists.
Summer Surge
Bimini goes from 3x weekly to DAILY in summer. Book early — those extra sailings sell out fastest!
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