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How to get from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Fort Lauderdale to Freeport ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Fort Lauderdale to Freeport ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Bahamas Express or FRS Caribbean. This way you can find the best price for a Fort Lauderdale Freeport ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most FRS Caribbean or Bahamas Express ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Fort Lauderdale to Freeport Ferry Information

Port of departure
Fort Lauderdale
United States
Florida
Port of arrival
Freeport
Bahamas
Distance
95 mi
Ferry Companies
Bahamas Express, FRS Caribbean
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Ferry Fort Lauderdale Freeport: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport, you'll find tickets ranging from $224 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $224 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Fort Lauderdale-Freeport route is $224. The average ferry crossing time from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport is 3 hrs. 39 min. The slowest ferries will take 5 hrs. 15 min to reach Freeport, while the fastest boats will reach Freeport in 3 hrs.. The first ferry leaves the port of Fort Lauderdale at 09:00.

Average price of a Fort Lauderdale Freeport ferry crossing
$224
Price range for Fort Lauderdale Freeport ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$224 - $224
Average crossing time Fort Lauderdale Freeport
3 hrs. 39 min
Departure time of first ferry to Freeport
09:00
Arrival time first ferry to Freeport
12:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Freeport
14:15

Why take a ferry from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Fort Lauderdale to Freeport ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Freeport. Here are 3 reasons why we think Fort Lauderdale to Freeport ferry is an ideal way to travel.

To not get tired, unlike the car
Because of the increased vigilance required to drive a car on long journeys, one can say that driving is exhausting. The Fort Lauderdale Freeport ferry trip is the opposite! Ferries operated by FRS Caribbean or Bahamas Express are designed with areas dedicated to rest or entertainment: lounges or cabins, outdoor solarium, bars and restaurants... You will arrive in Freeport empty of all stress and totally relaxed.
It's much less boring than on a plane
Generally, to get to Freeport or anywhere else, the plane is the fastest way. The problem is that you are stuck in your seat for several hours. During the Fort Lauderdale Freeport ferry trip with Bahamas Express or FRS Caribbean, there are countless opportunities for entertainment with restaurants and bars, or to stroll and sunbathe on a promenade deck... A flight will never give you so many services during the trip.
Resting in a cabin
Although it is not compulsory to book a cabin for the crossing from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport, you are depriving yourself of a comfort that the ferry is the only mode of transport to offer. Like real hotel rooms, they offer travelers beds, bathrooms and, for some suites, portholes and balconies. If their use is more obvious during a night crossing, it is perfectly possible to book one during the day.

Which companies operate between Fort Lauderdale and Freeport?

If you're looking to travel between Fort Lauderdale and Freeport by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including FRS Caribbean or Bahamas Express who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

FRS Caribbean Fort Lauderdale Freeport
FRS Caribbean
FRS Caribbean operates ferry services between Bahamas and United States, including ferry connections between the ports of Fort Lauderdale and Freeport. On Vivanoda, you can compare Fort Lauderdale-Freeport fares and book a FRS Caribbean ticket between Fort Lauderdale and Freeport. More information about FRS Caribbean
Bahamas Express Fort Lauderdale Freeport
Bahamas Express
Bahamas Express operates ferry services between Bahamas and United States, including ferry connections between the ports of Fort Lauderdale and Freeport. On Vivanoda, you can compare Fort Lauderdale-Freeport fares and book a Bahamas Express ticket between Fort Lauderdale and Freeport. More information about Bahamas Express

Where do the ferries leave from in Fort Lauderdale? Where do the boats arrive in Freeport?

Port of departure in Fort Lauderdale

FRS Caribbean or Bahamas Express ferries depart for Freeport from the following ports in Fort Lauderdale:

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Port of arrival in Freeport

Bahamas Express or FRS Caribbean ships arrive in Freeport from the following ports:

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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

There are 2 ferry companies operating between Fort Lauderdale and Freeport: FRS Caribbean and Bahamas Express.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Bahamas Express, FRS Caribbean.

Before booking, compare the prices of Bahamas Express, FRS Caribbean on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and safely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Fort Lauderdale Freeport ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are not refundable or changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Fort Lauderdale and Freeport, you will travel 95 mi.

To go by boat from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport, you can find prices ranging from $224 for the lowest, to $224 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $224.

The first ferry leaves Fort Lauderdale at 09:00 for Freeport.

Experience a crossing between Fort Lauderdale and Freeport

If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Fort Lauderdale-Freeport crossing is like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Fort Lauderdale to disembarkation in Freeport, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Bahamas Express and FRS Caribbean. You will also find practical information about Fort Lauderdale and Freeport.

Boarding in Fort Lauderdale

Here are the steps to embark before your Fort Lauderdale Freeport sea voyage begins:

  • Presentation at the port of Fort Lauderdale / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with your FRS Caribbean or Bahamas Express company) before the actual departure time of the ship to arrive at the Fort Lauderdale ferry terminal. After this period, the company has the right to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Fort Lauderdale Freeport crossing / At the Fort Lauderdale ferry terminal, look for the FRS Caribbean or Bahamas Express counters and present your passport and your reservation number. By car, the process is the same but is done directly from the boarding lanes. You remain in your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Freeport / Information messages are broadcasted in the Fort Lauderdale ferry terminal to invite you to board. By car, follow the instructions of FRS Caribbean or Bahamas Express staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the ferry Fort Lauderdale Freeport

During the crossing, each person can take advantage of the services available on the FRS Caribbean or Bahamas Express ship as they see fit. Some travelers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and stores.

Disembarkation of the ferry in Freeport

You will finally find some information for the arrival of the boat in Freeport:

  • The port of Freeport is in sight / You will be allowed to access the garage only when the boat is docked. There is no need to rush. In the meantime, we advise you to enjoy the arrival in Freeport on the outside deck.
  • If you are in a cabin. / If you have traveled from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport in the comfort of a cabin, you will have to vacate your cabin about half an hour before the arrival time in Freeport.
  • Leaving the ship and discovering Freeport / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. In Freeport, you are likely to pass a customs check. Finally, your vacation in Freeport begins in earnest!

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