A practical guide to traveling between Anguilla and St. Martin by ferry, including terminals, timing, costs, day trip tips, and planning links.
Crossing time
~25 min
Marigot to Blowing Point
Adult one-way fare
$30 USD
Public ferry, Marigot to Blowing Point
Required
Passport
All travelers must clear customs & immigration at Blowing Point
Last ferry from Anguilla
5:15 PM
From Blowing Point to Marigot — confirm before travel
The Anguilla–St. Martin ferry is one of the most useful short crossings in the Caribbean. It is the reason most travelers can experience Anguilla at all without a complicated flight itinerary. A 25-minute boat ride, departing throughout the day, connects two islands that feel like completely different worlds — the busier, airport-hub energy of St. Martin and the calm, beach-first simplicity of Anguilla.
For travelers flying into SXM, this crossing changes what your trip can look like. Instead of choosing one island, you can use St. Martin as your arrival hub and cross to Anguilla for the beach part — either as a day trip or as part of a split stay. The ferry is what makes that practical, affordable, and repeatable within the same day if needed.
It is also an international crossing, which catches some first-time visitors off guard. Both directions require a passport, customs and immigration clearance at Blowing Point, and departure taxes paid in cash — 7 Euros (USD cash not accepted, cards are accepted ) from Marigot, $28 from Anguilla. That price asymmetry matters: most travelers underestimate the outbound cost from Anguilla. Knowing this before you arrive saves confusion at the terminal and a scramble for cash.
The decision most travelers actually face is not whether to take the ferry, but when — and which direction to plan around the 5:15 PM last departure from Blowing Point.
Most travelers use the public ferry between Marigot, St. Martin and Blowing Point, Anguilla. It costs $30 USD one-way for adults, runs from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM from Marigot, and takes about 25 minutes. No advance booking is available — tickets are sold on-site only.
If you are flying into SXM, you can also skip the taxi to Marigot and take a private ferry directly from Simpson Bay near the airport — operators include Calypso, GB Express, and The Link, from $60+ one-way. Plan for customs and immigration at Blowing Point in both directions.
Fly into Princess Juliana International Airport, then take a taxi (~30 min, $20–30 USD) to Marigot, and board the public ferry to Anguilla.
Private ferry operators (Calypso, GB Express, The Link) depart from Simpson Bay near SXM airport from $60+ one-way — no taxi to Marigot needed.
After arriving at Blowing Point, Rendezvous Bay is one of the easiest West End beach wins — calm water, soft sand, and a short taxi ride from the terminal.
Public ferry round trip: ~$60 in fares + ~$33 in taxes ($5 from Marigot, $28 from Anguilla). Plus taxi transfers. Carry cash for taxes and tickets.
Ferry schedules, fares, and port fees can change. Always check the current schedule and requirements before heading to the terminal. Departure taxes must be paid in cash at both ports.
The main public ferry crossing connects Marigot on the French side of St. Martin with Blowing Point in Anguilla. A private ferry option also runs from Simpson Bay near SXM airport.
Anguilla's main ferry terminal is on the south coast at Blowing Point. It is the primary public ferry gateway for travelers moving between Anguilla and St. Martin. All arrivals must clear Customs and Immigration here. No advance reservations are available for the public ferry.
Good starting point for West End beaches like Rendezvous Bay, Maundays Bay, Meads Bay, and Barnes Bay.
The public ferry connects through Marigot on the French side of St. Martin, departing from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The terminal is near the waterfront, restaurants, shops, and taxi access. Tickets are only available on-site — online booking is not currently available.
From SXM airport, plan ~30 minutes and $20–30 USD for a taxi to Marigot before boarding. Allow extra time during peak season.
Current fares and taxes for the public ferry. Note that the departure tax from Anguilla ($28) is significantly higher than from Marigot (~$5) — factor this into your round-trip budget.
Ferry tickets, port taxes, taxi transfers, and island transport. Carry cash — taxes must be paid on-site.
Ferry ticket (adult, 12+)
Public ferry from Marigot to Blowing Point. Children under 12: $20 USD.
Departure tax from Marigot
Payable at the Marigot terminal. Separate from the ferry ticket.
Departure tax from Anguilla
Significantly higher than the tax from Marigot. $15 for children 5–11, $3 for children 2–4. Plan for this on your return.
Taxi from SXM airport to Marigot
Required if flying into Princess Juliana International Airport. Takes about 30 minutes. Budget this for both directions.
Private ferry from Simpson Bay
Operators like Calypso, GB Express, and The Link depart directly from Simpson Bay near SXM airport. More convenient but pricier than the public ferry.
Rental car or taxi in Anguilla
Useful if you want to visit beaches beyond the terminal area. Many car rental providers are near Blowing Point.
Fares and taxes are subject to change. Confirm current rates before travel. Taxes are payable in cash at both terminals.
A ferry day trip works best when you take an early crossing, know your return options, and allow buffer time before the last public ferry from Blowing Point at 5:15 PM. Plan transportation in Anguilla before you arrive.
If your goal is beach time, head to a West End beach first. Rendezvous Bay, Maundays Bay, Meads Bay, and Barnes Bay are practical choices after arriving at Blowing Point — all are a short taxi ride from the terminal.
The first ferry from Marigot departs at 8:30 AM. Arriving early gives you the most beach time — and a buffer before the 5:15 PM last return from Blowing Point.
This is an international crossing. All travelers must clear Customs and Immigration at Blowing Point in both directions. No advance reservations are available.
A rental car or pre-arranged taxi makes it much easier to reach beaches, restaurants, and the ferry terminal for your return crossing.
The last public ferry from Blowing Point departs at 5:15 PM. Do not cut it close — confirm the current schedule before planning your day.
Use these guides to check schedules, understand the terminal, compare islands, and plan your route.
Confirm today's ferry times, note the last departure from Blowing Point (5:15 PM), plan your terminal arrival, and choose your first beach before crossing to Anguilla.
