Complete breakdown of public ferry fares, departure taxes, payment methods, and expected travel costs between Anguilla, St. Martin, and St. Maarten.
The public ferry fare is only one part of the total cost. Travelers should also consider departure taxes, route-specific fees, transfer costs, passenger age categories, and payment rules at each terminal.
Adult one-way fare
$30.00
Public ferry fare per adult. Children and infants have separate rates.
Extra costs
Taxes
Departure taxes and fees apply on top of the ferry fare and vary by route.
Ferry payment
Cash only
The public ferry is cash only. Departure taxes may accept cards at some counters.
Important note
Fares and taxes are subject to change. Always confirm current rates and accepted payment methods at the terminal before departure.
Public ferry fare pricing to St. Martin and departure taxes for travel to either St. Martin or St. Maarten.
Rates shown for public ferry tickets.
Adult (12+)
Public ferry ticket
Child (2–11)
Public ferry ticket
Infant (Under 2)
Public ferry ticket
Public ferry fares and departure taxes are usually handled separately, so travelers should plan for both ticket cost and terminal fees.
There are currently two ATMs located at the Blowing Point Ferry Terminal.
Note: Public ferries may leave up to 20–25 minutes after the scheduled time. For guaranteed on-time departures and early airport check-in, see Shared Charter Operators below.
Rates shown by destination side and passenger type.
Residents of Anguilla, St. Martin / St. Maarten & Day Trippers To St. Martin
Non-Residents To St. Martin
Travelers From Marigot Ferry Terminal
Taxes vary by destination side, residency status, and passenger age group.Get a full fare and fee breakdown
Pro tip: arrive early
Arrive at least 30 minutes early to allow time for check-in, boarding, and departure. Ferries may leave on schedule.
Use the ferry fare estimator to combine ferry tickets, departure taxes, passengers, and related travel costs in one place.
Open Fare CalculatorPayment rules can vary, so the best approach is to prepare more than one payment method.
US Dollars and Eastern Caribbean Dollars are the most reliable options to carry for ferry fares, taxes, terminal fees, and smaller travel expenses.
Card acceptance can depend on terminal, operator, fee type, and payment system availability. Bring a card, but do not rely on cards only.
Fares, departure taxes, passenger categories, and payment rules can change. Confirm the latest totals before your travel day.
Best strategy: Carry USD or XCD cash, bring a card backup, and keep all ferry tickets and receipts together until boarding is complete.
Use this sequence to estimate the total ferry cost for your trip before arriving at the terminal.
Decide whether you are traveling to the French side of St. Martin, the Dutch side of St. Maarten, or using another ferry or charter option.
Use the public ferry fare table for the base one-way cost, then multiply based on your group size and travel direction.
Departure taxes can vary by destination side, passenger age, residency status, and terminal process. Review the detailed fee cards before budgeting.
Carry USD or XCD cash, plus a card backup. Keep receipts until the terminal and boarding process is complete.
Pricing is only one part of the trip. Use these pages to plan your schedule, route, and airport connection.
Check departure times before deciding which route and fare applies to your trip.
Open guideCompare the public ferry route, terminals, travel flow, and value option.
Open guideExplore shared charter options between Anguilla and St. Martin for a faster, more flexible crossing.
Open guideThe final amount can include the public ferry fare, departure taxes, passenger fees, transfer costs, and payment-method limitations. Check your route and bring flexible payment.
Quick answers to the most common Anguilla ferry, airport transfer, fare, and terminal questions.
Start with the main ferry guide to understand the public ferry, private charters, SXM airport transfers, fares, taxes, and terminal options.
The public ferry between Blowing Point, Anguilla and Marigot, St. Martin usually takes about 25 minutes. Private charters may be slightly faster depending on the operator, route, and sea conditions.
Still planning your route?
Use the full ferry guide for schedules, costs, taxes, terminals, SXM airport tips, and private charter options.
