Where does the ferry leave from?

Where on Block Island does the ferry arrive?

Where are the parking facilities?

How far in advance should I arrive at the ferry?

What is your street address so I can get driving directions?

What is your mailing address?

What airport is closest to the ferry terminal?

How do I get from the airport to the ferry?

What is the closest train station to the ferry?

How can I get information about Block Island?

How long is the ferry ride?

May I bring my pet?

Is there food and beverages on board?

Is smoking allowed on your vessels?

Do you have anything to carry luggage?

What is your shipping address?

What information do I need to ship something?

Are the ferries handicap accessible?

Do you cancel the ferry in bad weather?

Do I need a reservation for passengers?

Can I change a passenger reservation?

What is the cancellation policy for passenger reservations?

Do I need a reservation for Vehicles?

What is the cancellation policy for vehicle reservations?

Can I change an existing vehicle reservation?

Do I need a reservation for motorcycles or mopeds?

What form of payments do you accept?

Do you have group rates?

Do you sell gift certificates?

 

Where does the ferry leave from?
Traditional Ferry: Our ferry terminal is located in Galilee, Narragansett, RI  (also know as Pt. Judith)
Hi-Speed Ferry: Our ferry terminal is located in Galilee, Narragansett, RI (also know as Pt. Judith)
Newport Ferry: Our ferry terminal is located in Fort Adams State Park, Newport RI

Where on Block Island does the ferry arrive?
The Traditional, High Speed, and Newport ferries all dock in Old Harbor, Block Island, located in the center of town.

Where are the parking facilities?
Traditional Ferry and Hi-Speed Ferry: The Parking lots in Galilee and are all individually owned and operated.
They are located both across and down the street from the ferry. The charge for parking is anywhere from $5 to $20 per day depending on the season.
Newport Ferry: Parking for the Newport ferry is available at Fort Adams State Park. The cost per day for parking is $3 for RI residents and $6 for non-residents.

How far in advance should I arrive at the ferry?
We suggest you arrive well enough in advance so you have time to park your car, purchase your tickets, and board the ferry. Boarding begins as early as 1 full hour prior to departure time.

What is your street address so I can get driving directions?
Traditional Ferry and Hi-Speed Ferry: 304 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
Newport Ferry: Fort Adams State Park, Harrison Ave, Newport, RI 02840

What is your mailing address?
Interstate Navigation Company
PO Box 3333
Narragansett, RI 02882

What airport is closest to the ferry terminal?
T.F. Green Airport (PVD) is the closest airport to the Traditional, High Speed, and Newport ferries. 
T.F. Green Airport referred to as the Providence airport is actually located in Warwick, RI just 45 minutes from Galilee/Point Judith and Newport.  

How do I get from the airport to the ferry?
Unfortunately at this time, there is no public transportation from T.F. Green Airport to the ferry terminals in Point Judith or Newport. We suggest a taxi which will cost approximately $60 or a car service.

What is the closest train station to the ferry?
For the Traditional, High Speed, and Newport ferries the closest train station is the Amtrak station in Kingston, RI. 
The Kingston station is approximately 20 minutes from Point Judith and approximately 35 minutes from Fort Adams in Newport.

How can I get information about Block Island?
For more information about Block Island like places to stay, activities and events you can call the Block Island Chamber of Commerce at 401-466-2982 or toll free at 1-800-383-2474.

How long is the ferry ride?
Traditional Ferry: Approximate sailing time is 55 minutes.
Hi-Speed Ferry: Approximate sailing time is 30 minutes.
Newport Ferry: Approximate sailing time is 2 hours.

May I bring my pet?
Traditional Ferry: Pets are permitted but must be on a leash or in a carrier at all times.
Pets are not permitted on the seats or benches inside the cabins.

Hi-Speed Ferry: Pets are permitted in the cabin in a pet carrier only.
Pets that are not in pet carriers must be on a leash and are required to stay on the outside decks.

Newport Ferry: Pets are permitted but must be on a leash or in a carrier at all times.
Pets are not permitted on the seats or benches inside the cabins.

Is there food and beverages on board?
There are concession stands with full liquor bars on board all of our vessels. Selections include bagels, chips, cookies, candy, hot dogs, soft drinks, juices, bottled water and more.

Is smoking allowed on your vessels?
Smoking is allowed on the outside passenger decks only.  No smoking is permitted on the vehicle decks or inside the cabins.

Do you have anything to carry luggage?
Traditional Ferry: There are luggage racks on all of the ferries to store your carry-on luggage at no charge. If you have more than a couple of items you can rent personal pallets from the freight office. Pallets are available on a first come first serve basis. They are approximately 4X4X2 and cost $7.85 each. Personal pallets are available on the traditional ferry only and must be accompanied by the individual who rented them. Personal pallets must be filled at least ½ hour prior to departure time. We recommend arriving 1 full hour in advance for a personal pallet.
Hi-Speed Ferry: You may carry your belongings to the vessel and the crew will help you load it on the ferry.
Newport Ferry: You may carry your own belongings on the ferry.

What is your shipping address?
Freight is only accepted on the traditional ferry. The shipping address is 304 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882

What information do I need to ship something?
There are no reservations for freight it is a first come first serve basis. All shipments must have the following: A bill of lading/receipt with the full name of recipient and contact phone number along with the full name of the shipper and the contact phone number. All packages must also be labeled with the recipient’s name and contact phone number.

Are the ferries handicap accessible?
Traditional Ferry:  All of our vessels will accommodate wheel chairs on the bottom decks. The M/V Block Island has a wheel chair lift to the inside cabin. We recommend arriving 1 hour in advance if you will need the wheel chair lift. Please call the car reservations office at 866-783-7996 to confirm departure times for the M/V Block Island.
Hi-Speed Ferry: Is wheel chair accessible on the main deck.
Newport Ferry: Is wheel chair accessible on main deck.

Do you cancel the ferry in bad weather?
Ferries do get canceled from time to time because of adverse sea conditions. Please call our office at 866-783-7996 during questionable weather (high winds or high seas) for the latest cancellations.

Do I need a reservation for passengers?
Traditional Ferry: Passenger reservations are not required for the traditional ferry. Tickets can be purchased on the date of departure at the ticket window in Point Judith.  Tickets are also available for purchase on-line or by calling the reservations office at 866-783-7996.
Hi-Speed Ferry: Passenger reservations are recommended for the Hi-Speed Ferry as space is limited.
Tickets can be reserved on-line or by calling the reservations office at 866-783-7996.
Newport Ferry: Passenger reservations are not necessary for the Newport ferry. 
Passenger tickets can purchased on the ferry on the date of departure.

Can I change a passenger reservation?
There are no changes or cancellations on passenger tickets.
For further information or questions please call 1-866-783-7996.

What is the cancellation policy for passenger reservations?
There are no refunds or exchanges for passenger tickets.

Do I need a reservation for Vehicles?
Yes, vehicle reservations are required in advance and must be secured with a credit card.

What is the cancellation policy for vehicle reservations?
Vehicle reservation may be cancelled 7 full days prior to departure date for a refund and you will be charged a cancellation fee of $10 in each direction. There are no refunds for cancellations made within the 7 day period prior to departure. To cancel your reservation you must call the reservations office at 866-783-7996 during business hours.

Can I change an existing vehicle reservation?
You may change your vehicle reservation 2 times up until 7 days prior to your departure date and only one time within the 7 day period. To change your vehicle reservation you must call the reservation office at 866-783-7996 during business hours.

Do I need a reservation for motorcycles or mopeds?
Traditional Ferry: We do not take reservations for motorcycles or mopeds. They are on a first come first serve basis. We suggest you arrive at least 1 full hour prior to departure time and check in at the car ticket window. Motorcycles and mopeds can be accommodated on vehicle ferries only.
Hi-Speed Ferry: Does not take motorcycles or mopeds.
Newport Ferry: Does not take motorcycles or mopeds.

What form of payments do you accept?
Traditional Ferry and Hi-Speed Ferry: Our Point Judith and Block Island ferry terminals accept cash, Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover.
Newport Ferry: Cash only.

Do you have group rates?
Group rates are available for groups of 25 or more and the must be booked through our group sales office at least 2 weeks prior to departure date.

Do you sell gift certificates?
Gift Certificates can be purchased by cash or credit at our ticket office in Point Judith during business hours
or by sending a check in the amount of the type of tickets that you want the gift certificate to be for. 
Make checks payable to Interstate Navigation Company. Mailing address is PO Box 3333, Narragansett, RI 02882. Please call 866-783-7996 for office hours and current rates.