Your guide to the St. Martin ferry terminal — the departure point for public ferries to Anguilla. Located in the charming French capital of Marigot.
Location
Marigot, St. Martin
Hours
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Departure Tax
~€7 (card/euros)
From SXM Airport
30-45 min taxi
Marigot is the capital of the French side of St. Martin (Saint-Martin). The ferry terminal is located at the main port, within walking distance of the town center, shops, and restaurants.
This is where you'll catch the public ferry to Anguilla. The terminal is smaller and more basic than Blowing Point, but the surrounding area offers plenty to explore if you have time before your ferry.
Take a taxi from Princess Juliana Airport to Marigot ferry terminal. The ride takes 30-45 minutes and costs approximately $30-35 USD. Taxis are readily available outside the arrivals hall.
SXM airport is on the Dutch side. You'll cross the border into the French side to reach Marigot — there's no border checkpoint, but be aware of the different currencies (Euro on French side, though USD is widely accepted).
If you arrive early or have time to kill, Marigot offers:
Marigot Market
Local crafts, spices, and souvenirs
Duty-Free Shopping
Designer goods and perfumes
Waterfront Cafés
French bistros and coffee shops
Fort Louis
Historic fort with panoramic views
Public ferries from Marigot to Blowing Point usually run every 30–45 minutes during the main operating day, with the first departure around 8:00 AM and the last around 6:00 PM. The exact pattern can shift by season, weather, and operator, so it's worth checking the full St. Martin to Anguilla ferry schedule before you travel.
Tickets are typically sold at the terminal on the day of travel rather than booked far in advance. During holidays, weekends, and festival season, boats can fill up — arriving 20–30 minutes before your intended departure gives you a buffer to buy a ticket and clear customs.
Passport required
This is an international crossing — every traveler, including children, needs a valid passport.
Bring euros or a card
The departure tax is charged in euros (card or cash) — USD is not accepted for the tax itself.
Normal luggage is fine
Standard travel bags are common on the public ferry; oversized items may need extra handling.
Buy tickets same-day
Tickets are sold at the terminal — arrive with a buffer during busy periods.
Public ferries depart to Blowing Point, Anguilla throughout the day.
View ScheduleThe Marigot departure tax is approximately €7, payable in euros or by card only — USD is not accepted for the tax itself, though ferry operators may take USD for the ticket fare.
Full pricing guideIf you're coming from SXM airport and want a faster, more direct route to Anguilla, consider a private charter that departs from near the airport instead.
Take a taxi from Princess Juliana Airport to Marigot. The ride is usually around 30–35 minutes depending on traffic and airport flow. If your flight lands late or your connection is tight, compare private charter options that depart closer to the airport.
Yes. The ferry to Anguilla is an international crossing, so every traveler, including children, needs a valid passport and must clear customs and immigration at both Marigot and Blowing Point.
Marigot is on the French side of St. Martin, so the departure tax is charged in euros, payable in cash or by card — USD is not accepted for the tax itself. Ferry operators may accept USD for the ticket fare, but it's worth carrying some euros as a backup.
Parking may be available at or near the terminal, but availability, rates, and rules can vary. If you're arriving in a rental car, confirm parking details before travel day rather than assuming a spot will be open.
Public ferry tickets are typically sold at the terminal on the day of travel, but during busy periods (holidays, weekends, festival season) boats can fill up. Arriving at least 20–30 minutes before your intended departure gives you a buffer.
Everything you need to plan your trip between Anguilla and Saint-Martin.
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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. All guides are written from firsthand experience or reviewed against verified local sources. Editorial policy →
