Abaco Ferry Guide 2026

Hope Town's candy-striped lighthouse, Man-O-War's boat builders, Guana Cay's 7-mile beach — all just a 20-minute ferry ride from Marsh Harbour.

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Last updated: May 4, 2026

Abaco Ferries — Quick Facts

Abaco Ferry Routes at a Glance
Route Operator Time Fare Daily Sailings
Marsh Harbour → Hope Town Albury's / The Ferry Limited ~20 min $17 / $34 RT 7 daily
Marsh Harbour → Man-O-War Cay Albury's / The Ferry Limited ~20 min $17 / $34 RT Every 1–2 h
Marsh Harbour → Great Guana Cay Albury's / The Ferry Limited 30–45 min $20 / $40 RT 4–5 daily
Treasure Cay → Green Turtle Cay Green Turtle Ferry ~15 min $25 RT 8 daily
Crown Haven → McLean's Town (Grand Bahama) Pinder's Ferry ~90 min $70 / $140 RT 2 daily
Nassau → Sandy Point (South Abaco) Bahamas Ferries (Sea Wind) ~1 h 50 min ~$125 RT adult Once weekly

Heads up: The Marsh Harbour cays are passenger-only — no rental cars, no own vehicles. Most cays don't allow cars at all (Hope Town, Man-O-War). Plan to use golf carts, bikes or your feet.

Ferry Routes

12+ Daily

Islands Connected

6 Cays

Travel Time

15-45 min

Prices From

$17

Welcome to the boating capital of the Bahamas!

Getting Around the Abacos Made Simple

The Abacos are like a necklace of islands - Marsh Harbour is your main hub, and from there, ferries zip you to all the gorgeous outlying cays. Whether you're lighthouse hunting in Hope Town or beach bumming on Guana Cay, we've got you covered with the real scoop on schedules, prices, and insider tricks.

"First time I visited the Abacos, I spent half a day confused about which ferry went where. Now, after years of island hopping with my family, I know every captain by name and exactly which boat to catch. Let me save you the confusion!" - Jake, BahamasHopping founder

Your ferry options from Marsh Harbour

Popular Abaco Ferry Routes

Marsh Harbour → Hope Town

Albury's Ferry / The Ferry Limited

Journey Time

20 minutes

Round Trip

$34

Dock Location

Crossing Beach

Famous For

Lighthouse

Departures from Marsh Harbour

7:00 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 PM 2:00 PM 4:00 PM 5:30 PM

Pro tip: The candy-striped lighthouse is a 15-minute walk from the dock. Rent a golf cart ($50/day) if you want to explore the whole island!

Marsh Harbour → Man-O-War Cay

Albury's Ferry / The Ferry Limited

Journey Time

20 minutes

Round Trip

$34

Dock Location

Crossing Beach

Famous For

Boat Building

Multiple Daily Departures

Ferries run every 1-2 hours from 7 AM to 5 PM. No cars allowed on Man-O-War - it's golf carts only!

"Man-O-War is like stepping back in time. Watch the Albury brothers build boats the same way their grandfathers did. Grab a bag of their famous coconut bread before you leave!"

Marsh Harbour → Guana Cay

Albury's Ferry / The Ferry Limited

Journey Time

30-45 minutes

Round Trip

$40

Dock Location

Crossing Beach

Famous For

7-Mile Beach

Check Current Schedule

Service runs multiple times daily but can vary by season. The Atlantic side beach is absolutely spectacular - pack a lunch!

Treasure Cay → Green Turtle Cay

Green Turtle Ferry Service

Journey Time

15 minutes

Round Trip

$25

Dock Location

GTC Ferry Dock

Famous For

New Plymouth

8 Daily Departures

Runs from 8 AM to 5:30 PM. The colonial village of New Plymouth is picture-perfect!

First, you gotta get here!

Ferries TO the Abacos

Nassau → Sandy Point (South Abaco)

Bahamas Ferries — Sea Wind

Journey Time

~1 h 50 min

Round Trip Adult

~$125

Schedule

Once weekly

Vehicles

No (mail boats only)

Important: The Sea Wind serves Sandy Point only — there's no direct Nassau → Marsh Harbour ferry. From Sandy Point continue ~50 miles north by car or taxi (~1 h). For vehicles or larger cargo, mail boats from Nassau's Potter's Cay reach Marsh Harbour overnight.

Crown Haven → McLean's Town (Grand Bahama)

Pinder's Ferry

Journey Time

~90 minutes

One-way / RT

$70 / $140

Departures

7 AM & 2:30 PM

Contact

(242) 441-3069

Daily service (weather permitting) connects North Abaco with East Grand Bahama. Children $40 one-way / $80 RT. Book direct at pindersferry.com. McLean's Town is ~50 miles from Freeport — arrange a ride in advance.

Learn from our mistakes!

Abaco Ferry Survival Tips

Island Time is Real

Ferries usually run on schedule, but "usually" is the key word. Show up 15 minutes early and bring a book. Sunday schedules? Totally different ball game!

Weather Happens

Winter cold fronts (Dec-March) can cancel ferries. Always have a backup plan if you're catching a flight. Captain's word is final - safety first!

Cash is King

Most ferries are cash only. There's an ATM at Maxwell's grocery in Marsh Harbour, but it runs out on busy weekends. Bring small bills!

Pack Smart

No baggage limits, but you'll be carrying everything yourself. Soft bags are easier than hard suitcases. Coolers welcome for day trips!

Stay Connected

Follow ferry operators on Facebook for real-time updates. Cell service works on all the cays, but download offline maps just in case.

Last Ferry Blues

Missing the last ferry means an expensive water taxi ($150+) or an unexpected sleepover. Set a phone alarm for 30 minutes before departure!

Operator Update: Albury's & G&L Merger

Albury's Ferry Service and G&L (formerly GNL) Transportation consolidated their Abaco operations under The Ferry Limited. All previous Albury's routes from Marsh Harbour Crossing Beach to Hope Town, Man-O-War and Great Guana Cay still run on the same schedules. Tickets are sold at the Crossing Beach office; booking by phone (+1 242 367-0290) or WhatsApp (+1 242 822-0290) is also possible. Private charters remain available.

Sleep where the ferries leave from

Where to Stay in Abaco

Marsh Harbour is the practical base — most ferries leave from Crossing Beach, and you can reach every cay on a day trip. The map below covers Marsh Harbour, Hope Town and Treasure Cay; bookings through these links support BahamasHopping at no extra cost.

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Got Questions?

Abaco Ferry FAQ

Did Albury's Ferry and G&L Ferry really merge?

Yes. Albury's Ferry Service and G&L (formerly GNL) Transportation consolidated operations under The Ferry Limited (info@theferrylimited.com). All previous Albury's routes from Marsh Harbour Crossing Beach to Hope Town, Man-O-War and Great Guana Cay continue to run, and private charters are still offered.

How much does the Marsh Harbour to Hope Town ferry cost?

$17 one-way or about $34 round-trip for adults; the crossing takes around 20 minutes. Tickets are sold at the Albury's office at Crossing Beach, Marsh Harbour. Cash and major cards are accepted; bring small bills as a backup.

Can I take a car on the ferry to Hope Town or Man-O-War?

No. The Out Islands' ferries are passenger-only, and most cays restrict private cars anyway — Hope Town and Man-O-War get around by golf cart, bike or on foot. Rentals are easy to arrange at the dock.

How do I get from Nassau to Abaco by ferry?

Bahamas Ferries' Sea Wind sails Nassau (Potter's Cay) to Sandy Point, South Abaco roughly once a week (~1 h 50 min, around $125 round-trip adult / $85 child). There is no direct Nassau → Marsh Harbour ferry — from Sandy Point continue ~50 miles north by road. Mail boats from Potter's Cay also serve Marsh Harbour with vehicles and cargo on multi-hour overnight crossings.

Is Pinder's Ferry from Crown Haven to Grand Bahama still running in 2026?

Yes. Pinder's Ferry runs daily (weather permitting) Crown Haven (North Abaco) to McLean's Town (East Grand Bahama) — about 90 minutes. Adults $70 one-way / $140 round-trip, children $40/$80. Departures: Crown Haven 7:00 AM and 2:30 PM, McLean's Town 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM. Book at pindersferry.com.

Is Abaco still recovering from Hurricane Dorian?

Hurricane Dorian (September 2019) caused catastrophic damage to Marsh Harbour, Treasure Cay and Hope Town. Six years later most ferry docks, hotels and beaches have rebuilt, but you'll still see construction in places. Major venues like Pete's Pub on Guana Cay, Firefly on Elbow Cay and several Hope Town inns are operating normally.

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