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City Cruises Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston

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Overview

Available languages

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

4.55

706 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • A Yinzer in Salem

    Nicole M,

    Oct 12, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Lots of standing and walking! Wear your most comfy shoes. Bring water. Joe was great! A great time!!

  • Comfortable seating

    Karen M,

    Oct 12, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The seats on the ferry were cushy and comfortable! We enjoyed watching reruns of The Price is Right on the big screen TV.

  • Great way to travel...

    laura s,

    Oct 11, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great way to travel to/from Boston and Salem. Ride was smooth and easy and enjoyable. Enjoyed the experience.

  • Great knowledgeable guide

    Patricia H,

    Oct 11, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great history lesson. Guide Mikayla was passionate about history and did a great job with lots of stories.

  • Do the ferry, DONT do it through this third party sponsored website

    Katrina S,

    Oct 11, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    The ferry itself was great but DO NOT BOOK from a third party like this, just go right to the Boston ferry website. Customer service is horrible, even got hung up on. Just book from the actual website it’s cheaper anyways.

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4.55
706 reviews
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