Free & Cheap Water Taxis & Ferries Around Boston Harbor: Summer 2025

Navigating Boston Harbor by boat doesn't have to cost a dime. Explore the city's waterscape with these three free boat services, offering both practical commutes and scenic views across the Harbor. Learn the routes, schedules, and details of each service below! 1) <a href="https://www.mbta.com/schedules/Boat-EastBoston/timetable">East Boston Ferry</a> The MBTA runs the East Boston Ferry service from Long Wharf (Marriott Waterfront) to Lewis Mall Wharf (Tall Ship East Boston) for just $2.40 one way. 2) <a href="https://www.bostonlaunchcompany.com/">Boston Launch Company Boat Shuttle Service</a> Boston Launch Company began a free boat shuttle service in the summer of 2017. The water taxi connects four restaurants: Reel House Seaport, The Tall Ship, Reel House East Boston, and Pier 6 Charlestown. The service now costs $4 per person for a one-way ride, or you can get an All Day Pass for $10. Tickets can be purchased on the Token Transit app. Hours of Operation (weather pending):<ul><li>Thu 4/17, 4/24, 5/1: 3pm-11pm</li><li>Fri 4/18: 1pm-11pm</li><li>Sat 4/19, 4/26, 5/3: 11am-11pm</li><li>Sun 4/20, 4/27, 5/4: 11am-11pm</li><li>Fri 4/25, 5/2: 11am-11pm</li></ul>Summer shuttle:<ul><li>Monday through Thursday: 3pm-11pm</li><li>Friday through Sunday: 11am-11pm&nbsp;</li></ul>Shuttle between:<ul><li>Charlestown Marina&nbsp;|&nbsp;1 8th St. Charlestown</li><li>New St. East Boston Docks&nbsp;| 6 New Street</li><li>Lewis Wharf&nbsp;|&nbsp;1 East Pier Drive, East Boston</li><li>Fan Pier&nbsp;|&nbsp;10 Waterside Ave, Boston's Seaport</li></ul><img src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a2ac8d_2be755aaa22641f59ba83626e2dfa5b8~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_0,y_48,w_456,h_575/fill/w_543,h_690,al_c,lg_1,q_85,enc_auto/new%20launch%20map.jpg"> 3) <a href="https://www.encorebostonharbor.com/transportation/encore-premium-harbor-shuttle">Encore Boston Harbor Free Water Shuttle</a> Luxury motor yachts depart day and night from Long Wharf North to Encore Boston Harbor<ul><li>Long Wharf North - Encore: October 4, 2024 through April 27, 2025</li></ul>

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