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50 minutes
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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!
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 30 minutes before departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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)
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.
This ticket includes One-Way service from Salem, MA to Boston only.
This ticket includes One-Way service from Boston to Salem, MA only.
657 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amanda D,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
Windy lol but ut was nice. I would not recommend doing your hair nicely and taking this ride, at least not if you plan on sitting on the top deck. But ut was overall great.
Eugene O,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
We were sold tickets for the incorrect start location. The ferry meeting place was listed as Boston but the tickets were sold with Boston as the destination. We had to buy tickets from the ferry service and could not use the ones we bought through Viator. We requested a refund.
Nicholas S,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
Ferry ride over to Salem MA from Boston. It was about 50 minutes with a fantastic, and informational capitan and a great boat with amenities.
Chris K,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
It’s super easy. Everyone is really friendly. The ferry leaves right on time, if you’re late too bad.
Carsten W,
Sep 2, 2025
- Viator
Great opportunity to return to Boston when having arrived by train. The Ferry Port forms the ideal final point of a walk through the city.
Operated by Boston Harbor City Cruises