Salem Ferry

Salem's Ferry, the Nathaniel Bowditch, is owned by the Salem Harbor Port Authority and operated under a contract with Boston Harbor Cruises.  It runs between Long Wharf in Boston and the Salem Wharf at 10 Blaney Street

For locals, the Salem Ferry offers special rates for both Salem residents and North Shore residents. Resident tickets may be purchased in person at the Salem Ferry Terminal (with proof of residency). The rates for the 2022 season are as follows:

  • Salem Resident Round Trip Rates: Adult – $19, Senior – $15, Child – $11

  • North Shore Resident Round Trip Rates: Adult – $31, Senior – $26, Child – $19

  • Commuter Round Trip Rates (Mon – Fri rush hour trips only): Adult – $16, Senior – $8, Child – $8 10

  • Ride Passes: Non-Commuter – $200, Commuter – $72

For schedules, ticketing (standard fare), or additional information, please visit www.salemferry.com

Civil Rights/Title VI

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in programs and activities receiving Federal financial assistance. Specifically, Title VI provides that "no person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance" (42 U.S.C. Section 2000d).

The Salem Harbor Port Authority's Commitment

The Salem Harbor Port Authority is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in, or denied the benefits of its ferry services on the basis of race, color, or national origin, as protected by Title VI in Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Circular 4702.1.A.

Title VI Plan

This plan was developed to guide the Salem Harbor Port Authority and the operators of the ferry system in Title VI related activities.

Draft Title VI Program – 2021 (PDF)

Note: Program and related attachments to be translated and posted upon approval by FTA