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City Cruises Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston

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Overview

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English

50 minutes

Mobile ticket

Make the most of your time in Boston or Salem, Massachusetts with this high-speed ferry service. Travel in speed and style aboard a comfortable catamaran with your ticket, letting you visit two of Massachusetts’ most famous and historic stops. This swift boat ride is the best and fastest way to get you where you want to go!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For Round Trip, you will need to purchase two separate one way tickets - one departing from Boston and one departing from Salem.

Boarding begins 15 minutes before departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.

Infants are free, however, they are REQUIRED to have a ticket.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Skip the summer and Halloween traffic

High-Speed Ferry to or from Salem

Restroom on board

See the stunning views of the skyline during your sail

Food & beverage (available for purchase on board)

What To Expect

Why settle for one great Massachusetts-city when you can experience two? Take the high-speed ferry between Salem and Boston to experience two of the state’s most historic cities. Admire rich landscapes dotted with beautiful homes, fishing boats, and lighthouses as you’re whisked away to Salem or Boston, depending on your departure location. With twin diesel engines that propel you at a top speed of 33 knots, you’ll arrive at your destination in under an hour. This 149-passenger vessel features a comfortable indoor-lounge and outdoor lower and upper decks, where you can admire picturesque views and feel the refreshing wind on your face. The on-board galley offers a variety of breakfast and lunch items such as sandwiches, snacks, hot dogs and pretzels, as well as beverages such as coffee, sodas, juice, sports drinks, beer, wine and top-shelf cocktails. Three restrooms are available for your convenience. Once in Salem, you'll be in walking distance to some of the city's best attractions such as the House of Seven Gables and the Peabody Essex Museum. In Boston, it's an easy stride from the dock to the New England Aquarium, the Old North Church, Quincy Market and much more. For round trip, you will need to purchase two separate one way tickets - one departing from Boston and one departing from Salem.

Options

One-Way Ticket from Boston

This ticket includes One-Way service from Boston to Salem, MA only.

One-Way Ticket from Salem

This ticket includes One-Way service from Salem, MA to Boston only.

Reviews

4.56

678 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Beautiful means of transport!

    Wanda K,

    Sep 27, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This trip was so beautiful! Well organized & efficient. Would do it again & again! Seemed somewhat expensive but the trip experience was worth it.

  • Wish we could have gone

    Mary K,

    Sep 26, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    We didn’t actually go. There were rough seas and we couldn’t reschedule for another day because it was our last day.😞 We were really looking forward to it… I’m sure it’s lovely on any other day but we were unable to reschedule and we couldn’t cancel so we didn’t get to go

  • Great way to travel from...

    Audrey P,

    Sep 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great way to travel from Salem to Boston. Relaxed and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely travel with them again.

  • Amazing staff, fairly priced, and worth every penny.

    Heather T,

    Sep 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guides/the guys who worked onboard were absolutely incredible. They were so knowledgeable, kind, and helpful/informative. The ferry was very timely and safe. It was a great ride to Salem and back.

  • Worth it!

    Amanda G,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had a great trip, the ferry ride was really enjoyable and the staff we're incredible! Beautiful views both during the day and at sunset! Highly recommend!

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4.56
678 reviews
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