Steamship Authority – Oak Bluffs

A quick update for this dock — they’re improving things! Since I’ve started taking the fast ferry from New Bedford a whole lot more, I’ve noticed how well-​run things are thanks to the crew. They’re all very friendly, super organized and timely, which definitely makes travel a whole lot easier and, dare I say, even a little pleasurable.
The boat is as clean as can be, considering they move hundreds upon hundreds of vacationers daily. The boats are always running on schedule and the actual trip is usually pleasant.
There still isn’t a terminal in Oak Bluffs, but if you’re traveling to or from MV throughout the summer, chances are you’ll come in or out of this nice dock in the heart of OB. It’s a great destination for day-​trippers, especially as OB center is literally steps from the dock with loads of shops, eateries and fun things to do, including hitting up the beautiful beach.

This is entry way into Martha’s Vineyard. We missed the last ferry, at 9:45 pm. We waited for the 1^st ferry out, 6:15 a.m. The Steamship, especially the opening manager, is knowledge about things to do. The ferries have Snack Foods available on board — a little expensive — but convenience is what you’re paying for. One suggestion for ferry owners: the expectation was that your ferries would be spotless, including the bathrooms at the wait area and on the ferries.

If you aren’t taking the car on the ferry you will need to park at 286 Palmer ave lot. It’s safe and shuttle come through all the time just like a airport shuttle. Great service. It’s about a 4 mile ride on the shuttle to the terminal. For our family of 4 it cost 68.00 for a round trip for all of us. We went to the Oak Bluff dock. It really doesn’t matter which boat you get on if you decide on vineyard Haven boat once you get onto MV buses go back and forth to Oak Bluff.
Enjoy the views from the boat. Good Times!

Not a year round terminal. Not accessible to any park and ride. And if your a walk off passenger you exit out of door 3 not 4. Choppy water will cause this slip to close. Boats re directed to vh. Nice flowers displayed on the season. Have your reservation document printed (many people are seasonal and are still learning). Or they will make you go in and print you a ticket.

Cheapest price I found from the Cape main land to Martha’s Vineyard. $ 32 for two adults round trip at the ticket window. The boat was clean and well maintained, safe, reliable, a smooth steady on time departure, arrival, and return. Free shuttle to and from parking (not free) no long waits and no issues. Highly recommend these guys over some of the other fancy pants companies that were approximately $ 144 for two adults round trip.
A+

Closer to my aunt;s house than Vineyard Haven so 4 stars! It’s a boat. It takes you to the vineyard. Huzzah!

Steamship I have a love hate thing going on with you. I love ya but I hate ya all in the same time. Its an easy ride and the boats are comfortable. Food is pricey but what can you do. It how I can go back home. Not many options. I just wish that you ran ferries later in the evening…

Organized, always efficient, polite, etc… great website for making car reservations. Also on the Oak Bluffs side, they have a great public restroom that you can use if you are at that end of Circuit Ave near the Flying Horses. Just know that if you if you are on a Cargo ship, there’s no view or snack bar. Free Wi-​Fi on all ships though, which is a plus.

took the ferry from woods hole to oak bluffs. firs boat going that way of the day. it ran a bit behind. was due to get in at 10:15 but it had to be 10:30 if not later by the time we docked. I love how they have tables, booths, individuals comfy seats, etc. lots of places and different set ups to choose for seating. sat outside up top for most of the ride. the bathrooms were clean too. used the bathrooms at the dock as well and they were great. pretty clean.

For only $ 15 round trip, you get from Falmouth to Martha’s Vineyard in about 45 minutes (Hyannis is another port where you can board from). The ride is very smooth and the view of the Nantucket Sound is wonderful. Be sure to get a seat on the higher deck. Pets are allowed to go on board and best of all, there’s FREE wi-​fi!
The only downside is that if you are planning on parking your car, there are designated parking lots ($ 10/​day for cars) that are about 5 – 6 miles away from the Falmouth port, but there is a shuttle that brings you back and forth every 15 – 30 minutes for free.

You folks are an efficient bunch. You got us on the 3:45pm departure to Woods Hole. We had a ticket but for some reason we were the last car on the ferry (even though we were in line a half hour before departure). But, you still got us on the boat and that’s all that matters! Oh, and we got off the boat promptly after arriving. BIG points there!

I hate it when I catch a ferry in woods hole and it’s Oak Bluffs bound. It just takes longer to get to Aquinnah and you have to have the person you’re picking up deal with OB traffic.
That being said, it’s definitely necessary in peak season to have two harbors, so I can’t really complain.
This location does not boast the grandiose terminal that VH and WH do… but it does have a nice long dock over water that is a nice beginning (or end) to your time on the Vineyard.