Ferry Delays & Alerts
Current service guidance, common disruption causes, delay planning tips, and backup options for the Anguilla ferry between Blowing Point and Marigot.
Current service status
No active alert is shown on this page
If no alert is posted, service may be operating normally. Still, ferry operations can change because of weather, sea conditions, vessel availability, terminal processing, or holidays. Check the published schedule before travel.
Current status
Check before travel
Review same-day updates before heading to the terminal
Most common cause
Weather
High winds and rough seas can affect crossings
Best buffer
30+ min
Arrive early, especially around busy travel times
Backup option
Charter
Private charters may help with late or disrupted plans
Ferry delays are usually caused by weather, sea conditions, maintenance, or busy terminal flow.
The Anguilla ferry crossing is short (~20 minutes), but same-day travel can still be affected by high winds, rough seas, vessel maintenance, immigration processing, departure tax lines, or high passenger demand.
The safest approach is to check the schedule before you leave, arrive early, and keep a backup plan if you are close to the last ferry (6:00 PM from Marigot / 5:15 PM from Blowing Point) or connecting to a flight.
Weather and Sea Conditions
High winds, rough seas, heavy rain, tropical weather, or low visibility can slow crossings or cause temporary disruptions.
Vessel Maintenance
Mechanical issues, scheduled maintenance, or reduced vessel availability can affect frequency and departure timing.
High Passenger Demand
Busy weekends, holidays, festivals, and peak travel periods can create longer lines and fuller sailings.
Terminal Processing
Immigration, departure tax payment, ticketing, luggage handling, and border processing can create delays even when boats are running.
What to Do if Your Ferry Is Delayed
Use this step-by-step flow if public ferry service is running late, temporarily paused, or busier than expected.
Check terminal announcements
Listen for updates from staff and watch for posted notices about revised departure times or boarding changes.
Confirm the next available ferry
Ask which sailing is expected to depart next and whether your ticket or place in line carries over.
Consider a private charter
If timing is tight, compare private charter options before waiting too long.
Manage your downstream connections
Notify your hotel, villa, or pickup of a late arrival. If you are connecting to SXM, protect your buffer. The crossing is ~20 min, plus 20–30 min taxi to the airport, check-in, and security.
Important: Delays can be temporary, but they matter more if you are connecting to a flight, traveling late in the day, or close to the final public ferry (6:00 PM from Marigot / 5:15 PM from Blowing Point).
Plan Around Delays Based on Your Trip
The best backup plan depends on whether you are connecting to a flight, arriving late, or traveling during a busy period.
For SXM Flight Connections
Leave a larger buffer if you are ferrying to St. Martin for a flight. Delays can affect the ferry, the 20–30 minute taxi transfer to SXM, check-in, and airport security.
Use ferry plannerFor Late Arrivals
If your flight lands late, check the last public ferry before assuming you can cross the same evening. Last departure from Marigot is 6:00 PM; last from Blowing Point is 5:15 PM.
Check last ferryFor Holidays and Events
Holiday travel, festivals, school breaks, and major events can increase demand and change the feel of the terminal experience.
View eventsBad weather does not always stop the ferry, but it can change the day.
Wind, swell, rain, and visibility can affect comfort, boarding, timing, and service decisions. Even if ferries are still operating, rough weather may slow boarding or make operators adjust the schedule.
If the weather looks unsettled, check before leaving your hotel, villa, or airport. Build in extra time and avoid planning around the last possible departure.
Avoid tight flight connections during rough weather
Arrive early if many passengers are waiting
Keep your hotel or pickup contact updated
Compare charter options only after confirming safety and availability
Check the ferry schedule before heading to the terminal
Same-day ferry travel is easier when you check the schedule, arrive early, carry cash, and know your backup option before delays affect the rest of your trip.
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About the author
Jahmal RichardAnguilla Local
Jahmal Richard is a born-and-raised Anguillian who regularly uses the Blowing Point ferry crossing for personal and business travel. He built Anguilla Ferry Times to give travelers clear, locally verified ferry schedules, practical planning tools, and honest island guidance. Read Jahmal’s background · Editorial policy →