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Ferry to Bahamas at a glance (2026)

The fast ferry to the Bahamas departs from Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale, Florida (USA) and reaches Bimini in 2 hours or Grand Bahama (Freeport) in 3 hours. It is operated by Balearia Caribbean, the only scheduled passenger ferry between Florida and the Bahamas. Same-day round trips (day trips to the Bahamas) start at $199 per person to Bimini (Wednesdays, Economy) and $246 to Grand Bahama; round trips returning on a later day start at $325 (Bimini) and $314.51 (Freeport), varying by date and season. All prices include taxes and fees. A valid passport is required for all travelers.

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Fort Lauderdale – Bimini ferry prices 2026 (Balearia Caribbean, per person, taxes & fees included)
TicketPassengerEconomyEconomy Premium
Day trip (same-day round trip) – WednesdaysAdult (13+)$199.00$259.00
Child (3–12)$134.50$164.50
Infant (0–2, on an adult's lap)$70.00 (taxes & fees only)
Day trip (same-day round trip) – other daysAdult (13+)$246.00$306.00
Child (3–12)$158.00$188.00
Infant (0–2, on an adult's lap)$70.00 (taxes & fees only)
Round trip (return on a later day)Adult (13+)$325.00$372.50
Child (3–12)$197.50$221.25
Infant (0–2, on an adult's lap)$70.00 (taxes & fees only)
Fort Lauderdale – Freeport (Grand Bahama) ferry prices 2026 (Balearia Caribbean, per person, taxes & fees included)
TicketPassengerEconomyEconomy Premium
Day trip (same-day round trip)Adult (13+)$246.00$306.00
Child (3–12)$158.00$188.00
Infant (0–2, on an adult's lap)$70.00 (taxes & fees only)
Round trip (return on a later day)Adult (13+)$314.51$338.92
Child (3–12)$192.26$204.46
Infant (0–2, on an adult's lap)$70.00 (taxes & fees only)

Prices checked on Balearia Caribbean's booking engine on September 26, 2026. They include $70.00 taxes & fees per adult round trip. The $199 Bimini day trip applies to Wednesday sailings in Economy; round-trip fares change with dates and promotions. Children 3–12 pay 50% of the adult fare plus full taxes; infants 2 and under pay only taxes & fees. Always confirm the final price for your dates before booking.

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Total Prices: the search on iloveferry.us/ferries and on the Balearia Caribbean booking engine shows the total cost for all your passengers (adults, children and infants) from the very first result, for both routes.

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Bimini day trip price for every date (next 12 months)

Bimini day trip price for every date: from $199 on Wednesdays and from $246 on other days. Pick your date and book at I Love Ferry, an official partner of Balearia Caribbean.

Fort Lauderdale 9:00 AM → Bimini 11:00 AM, back from Bimini at 6:00 PM the same day. Starting price for 1 adult in Economy, round trip, taxes included. Tap a day to see times, seats and the final price for that date on I Love Ferry.

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  • November 2026: 11, 18, 25 from $199; 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 from $246
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  • July 2027: 7, 14, 21, 28 from $199; 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 from $246
  • August 2027: 4, 11, 18, 25 from $199; 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 from $246
  • September 2027: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from $199; 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 from $246
  • October 2027: 6, 13, 20, 27 from $199; 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 from $246
  • November 2027: 3, 10, 17, 24 from $199; 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 from $246

More dates: full Bimini day trip calendar. Tickets: I Love Ferry, an official partner of Balearia Caribbean.

Freeport (Grand Bahama) day trip price for every date (next 12 months)

Freeport (Grand Bahama) day trip price for every date: from $246. Pick your date and book at I Love Ferry, an official partner of Balearia Caribbean.

Fort Lauderdale 9:00 AM → Freeport 12:00 PM, back from Freeport at 6:30 PM the same day. Starting price for 1 adult in Economy, round trip, taxes included. Tap a day to see times, seats and the final price for that date on I Love Ferry.

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  • March 2027: 2, 6, 9, 12, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 from $246
  • April 2027: 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 from $246
  • May 2027: 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 from $246
  • June 2027: 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29 from $246
  • July 2027: 3, 6, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29, 31 from $246
  • August 2027: 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 28, 31 from $246
  • September 2027: 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 from $246
  • October 2027: 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 from $246
  • November 2027: 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 from $246

More dates: full Freeport day trip calendar. Tickets: I Love Ferry, an official partner of Balearia Caribbean.

Ferry to Bahamas

137 km 85 mi 74 mn ferry to Bahamas Trip by ferry to Bahamas from Miami Florida. From Fort Lauderdale to Gran Bahama and Bimini island Balearia ferrytobahamas.com ferry https://www.ferrytobahamas.com/

The ferry to Bahamas routes of Balearia connect Miami and Florida with the Bahamas islands.

Balearia opperates that ride to Gran Bahama (Freeport) and to Bimini from Fort Lauderdale (Florida).

Ferry to Bahamas schedule


Bimini ferry schedule: the Balearia Caribbean's fast ferry departs at 9:00 am from Ft. Lauderdale, arriving in North Bimini around 11:00 am. From Bimini, the ship departs Freeport at 6:00 pm, arriving back in Fort Lauderdale port by 8:00 PM. The sailing ride by ferry Fort Lauderdale to Bimini only takes 2:00 hours with the express ferry. Now, there are 3 ride weekly between Fort Lauderdale and Freeport (Grand Bahama). That schedules can vary depending of the season (it's not the same schedule in winter or in summer). It's very advisible to confirm the latest timings before your trip.


Balearia Freeport schedule: Departures are typically at 9:00 am from Fort Lauderdale (Florida, US), with the ferry arriving in Freeport Grand Bahama (Bahamas) around 12:00 pm. The return trip departs Freeport at 6:00 pm, arriving back in Fort Lauderdale by 9:00 PM. Please note that schedules can vary, so it's advisable to confirm the latest timings before your trip. The sailing route Fort Lauderdale - Freeport, (the ferry from Florida to Bahamas) takes 3:00 hours with the high speed ferry. Now, there are 3 ride weekly between Fort Lauderdale and Freeport (Grand Bahama).


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Ferry to Bahamas prices


Fort Lauderdale to Bahamas ferry price: Same-day round trips (day trips) cost from $199 per adult (more than 12 years old) to Bimini on Wednesdays ($246 on other days) and from $246 to Freeport, in Economy Class. Round trips returning on a later day start at $325 (Bimini) and $314.51 (Freeport). Taxes are included in these prices, which vary by date and season.


Economy tickets: what's included & not

Service Status Details
Standard Seating ✅ Included Padded, reclining seats with USB charging ports.
Carry-on Luggage ✅ Included One bag (max 26.5 lbs / 12 kg, 22"x18"x10"). A small purse/backpack is also allowed.
Basic Onboard Amenities ✅ Included Restrooms, duty-free shop access, and an entertainment system.
Meals & Beverages ❌ Not Included Available for purchase at the onboard bar-café. (Note: No outside food/drinks allowed onboard.)
Checked Luggage ❌ Not Included Subject to additional fees per item/weight.
Priority Services ❌ Not Included Priority embarkation/disembarkation is part of the Economy Premium fare.
Wi-Fi ❌ Not Included May be available for an extra charge on some vessels.

If you prefer to book Premium tickets you have to pay, normally, $30 per person per way. This price may vary by season too. In these prices Taxes are not included. The cost of the taxes is usually approximately $70 and you have to add it to the final price of the tickets.


Premium tickets: what's included & not

Service Status Details
Premium Seating ✅ Included Wider, more comfortable reclining seat in a dedicated lounge.
Priority Embarkation ✅ Included Priority boarding in Fort Lauderdale.
Priority Disembarkation ✅ Included Priority debark upon arrival in Fort Lauderdale/Bimini/Grand Bahama.
Snacks & Drink Onboard ✅ Included A morning and afternoon snack (small packaged sandwich) plus a drink (coffee, water, or tea).
Carry-on Luggage ✅ Included One carry-on bag (max 26.5 lbs / 12 kg) plus a personal item.
Checked Luggage ❌ Not Included Subject to additional fees per item/weight.
Wi-Fi ❌ Not Included May be available for an extra charge on some vessels.

Offers and Promotions. Balearia Caribbean offer discounts or promotional fares. Same-day round trips start at $199 per passenger on Wednesdays, taxes and fees included. For securing the best prices is better to book in advance.

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Ferry to Bahamas

6 to 16 sailings weekly

How long is a
ferry to Bahamas ride?

2:00 hours - 5:15 hours

Route Duration Next Departure
Fort Lauderdale → Bimini 2 hrs Morning Departure: 9:00 AM
Fort Lauderdale → Freeport (Grand Bahama) 3 hrs Morning Departure: 8:00 AM

ferry to Bahamas
Schedule



Fort Lauderdale Grand Bahama Balearia Caribbean Fort Lauderdale Grand Bahama Fort Lauderdale - Grand Bahama

  • Fort Lauderdale → Grand Bahama (Freeport): next sailings
    November 7, 2026 to December 30, 2027

    Fort LauderdaleGrand Bahama (Freeport)
    09:00 am12:00 pm
    November 20267, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24 and 28
    December 20261, 3, 5, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29 and 31
    January 20272
    February 202711, 13, 16, 20, 23 and 27
    March 20272, 6, 9, 12, 16, 20, 23, 27 and 30
    April 20273, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24 and 27
    May 20271, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25 and 29
    June 20271, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29
    July 20273, 6, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 and 31
    August 20273, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 28 and 31
    September 20274, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25 and 28
    October 20272, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26 and 30
    November 20272, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27 and 30
    December 20272, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 28 and 30

    Sailing days checked on Balearia Caribbean's booking engine on September 26, 2026. Times may change; confirm your date on I Love Ferry.

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Fort Lauderdale Bimini Balearia Caribbean Fort Lauderdale Bimini Fort Lauderdale - Bimini

  • Fort Lauderdale → Bimini: next sailings
    November 6, 2026 to December 31, 2027

    Fort LauderdaleBimini
    09:00 am11:00 am
    November 20266, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27 and 29
    December 20262, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27 and 30
    January 20271 and 3
    February 202710, 12, 13, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26 and 28
    March 20273, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29 and 31
    April 20272, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28 and 30
    May 20272, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 and 31
    June 20272, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 19, 20, 23, 25, 26, 27 and 30
    July 20272, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 28, 30 and 31
    August 20271, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27 and 29
    September 20271, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 29
    October 20271, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 and 31
    November 20273, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26 and 28
    December 20271, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29 and 31

    Sailing days checked on Balearia Caribbean's booking engine on September 26, 2026. Times may change; confirm your date on I Love Ferry.

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Schedule subject to variation by the shipping company for operational reasons without prior notice.

Ferry to Bahamas:
get the cheapest price


Do you want to know the cheapest way to get to the Bahamas from Florida?


If you want to go to the Bahamas from Florida, you can do it in two ways: by taking a plane and flying directly to Nassau, Bimini, or Freeport, or by taking the fast ferry in Fort Lauderdale and traveling to Freeport in Grand Bahama or Bimini island.

The cheapest price for traveling by fast ferry to the Bahamas from Florida starts from $199 per person, same-day round trip. This is the Wednesday day trip to Bimini from Fort Lauderdale with Balearia Caribbean in Economy ($246 on other days). This price includes taxes, fees, and small hand luggage.


Get this cheapest price by booking the ferry directly here.


The cheapest price for traveling by plane to the Bahamas from Florida starts from $262 per person, round trip. This is for a flight to Bimini from Miami with FlySilver. This price includes taxes, fees, and small hand luggage.


IMPORTANT NOTE IF YOU TRAVEL TO BIMINI: Remember that if you travel by plane to Bimini from Miami, you will arrive at South Bimini, and if you want to go to Alice Town or stay at the Bimini Hilton hotel, you have to go to North Bimini island and take a boat to get from one island to the other ($10 additional per person per trip). The fast ferry from Balearia Caribbean takes you directly to the Bimini Hilton hotel in Alice Town, North Bimini, where they will take you for free to the hotel entrance or to their Beach Club.


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Ferry to Bahamas
from USA


Is there a ferry from the USA to the Bahamas?


Yes, there are two routes that connect the USA to the Bahamas by ferry. The first route connects Fort Lauderdale (Florida) with Bimini island, its duration is 2 hours and it is operated by Balearia Caribbean. Day trips start from $199 per person (Wednesdays, Economy) and round trips returning on a later day from $325 (varies by date and season), including taxes.

The second ferry route to the Bahamas from the USA connects Fort Lauderdale (Florida) with Freeport on Grand Bahama island, its duration is 3 hours and it is also operated by Balearia Caribbean. Day trips start from $246 per person and round trips returning on a later day from $314.51, including taxes.


Balearia Caribbean is the only ferry company with which you can travel to the Bahamas from the USA. The Bahamas ferry leaves from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.


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Current Balearia Caribbean ferry offers

  • Bimini Daytrip for $199, free Resort Day Pass included (Wednesdays, Nov 4 – Dec 23, 2026)
    Round trip Fort Lauderdale – Bimini in a day for $199 per person, fare and port taxes included, with a free Resorts World Bimini Day Pass. Limited seats. Service fee $15 not included.
  • $199 Bimini day trip (Every Wednesday)
    The cheapest same-day round trip to Bimini: from $199 per passenger on Wednesday sailings, Economy, taxes included.
  • Free Resorts World Bimini Day Pass (Bimini day trip)
    Every Bimini day trip includes a Resorts World Bimini Day Pass at no extra cost: resort transportation, pools, beach loungers and umbrellas (subject to availability) and Wi-Fi. Day-trip departures on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Ferry-only bookings.
  • Stay a little longer from $279 (Round trip)
    Balearia Caribbean advertises round trips between Fort Lauderdale and Bimini or Freeport, returning on a later day, from $279 per passenger (ferry-only bookings). In our own searches for October and November 2026 round trips start from $325 (varies by date and season) to Bimini and $314.51 to Freeport, taxes included, and prices vary by date and season, so check your dates.
  • $250 off 3 nights at Resorts World Bimini (Ferry + hotel)
    Ferry and hotel package with three nights at Resorts World Bimini and $250 off.
  • Baleària Caribbean Rewards (Rewards)
    Loyalty program with discounts from 15% for members.

Offers checked on September 26, 2026 on Balearia Caribbean's website. Offers and their conditions can change or end at any time; the final price is shown in the booking engine.

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    Fort Lauderdale Grand Bahama
    1 adult
    booked on
    January 30
    travelling on
    March 22
    $ 155,00
    + tax $70,00
    Fort Lauderdale Grand Bahama
    1 adult
    1 child
    booked on
    Frebruary 01
    travelling on
    March 07 to
    March 14
    $ 285,00
    + tax $140,00
    Fort Lauderdale Bimini
    1 adult
    booked on
    January 30
    travelling on
    February 10
    $ 155,00
    + tax $70,00
    Fort Lauderdale Bimini
    1 adult
    booked on
    January 31
    travelling on
    February 26 to
    March 07
    $ 204,00
    + tax $70,00
    Fort Lauderdale Bimini
    1 adult
    booked on
    March 21
    travelling on
    August 06 to
    August 08
    $ 310,22
    + tax $70,00

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    How much is the ferry to Bahamas?


    Prices starting at $246 Visa Mastercard Ferry tickets ferrytobahamas.com Balearia Caribbean ferry to Bahamas price ferry to Bahamas prices and cost per person for a same-day round trip (day trip), taxes included, from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport (Grand Bahama); seats can be booked in a few minutes at I Love Ferry, official partner.

    Prices starting at $199 Visa Mastercard Ferry tickets ferrytobahamas.com Balearia Caribbean ferry to Bimini price ferry to Bimini prices and cost per person for a same-day round trip (day trip) on Wednesdays ($246 on other days), taxes included, from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini island with Balearia Caribbean's ferries, and you can find tickets and fares at I Love Ferry, an official partner.

  • Do you need a passport to take a ferry to the Bahamas?

    Do you need a passport to take a ferry to the Bahamas?


    Yes. If you want to travel by ferry to the Bahamas you need a passport.


    Yes. An international travel passport is required to be able to enter and exit the Bahamas. It is also mandatory to comply with the measures and requirements imposed by the Government of the Bahamas, as well as the measures adopted by the United States Health Department when entering the country.


    GENERAL DOCUMENTATION AND VISA INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS:


    In accordance with Customs, Border Protection (CBP) regulations, please be advised that all U.S. Citizen adults and minors must be in possession of a current, valid passport book or passport card as of, April 23, 2018.

    *Note that Birth Certificates, Photo I. D, and naturalization documents ( Naturalization certificate) will no longer be accepted* Only PASSPORTS will be accepted for international travel. This applies to our day trip and overnight packages.

    Ehanced driver's license is not a valid document to board the vessel.


    US RESIDENTS SAME DAY TRAVEL:​

    US Residents must travel with Valid ARC (Green card).

    Bring the valid passport of country of citizenship at check in.

    If ARC is expired must bring the original extension document with expired ARC card​.


    US RESIDENTS OVERNIGHT:

    Bring ARC (green card) and must have passport of the country you were born in.


    IMPORTANT NOTE* Balearia Caribbean LTD and ferrytobahamas.com are not responsible for any denied boarding due to failure to produce the proper travel documentation*


    You can find all up-to-date information on international travel regulations at https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports.html in the travel section of the border protection home page.

  • How much is the ferry from Miami to Bahamas?

    How much is the ferry from Miami to Bahamas?


    The ferry from Miami to Bahamas prices starting at $246 Visa Mastercard Ferry tickets ferrytobahamas.com Balearia Caribbean ferry from Miami to Bahamas price ferry from Miami to Bahamas prices and cost per person for a same-day round trip (day trip), taxes included (route Fort Lauderdale - Freeport, Grand Bahama); an easy way to book is I Love Ferry, an official partner.

    If you want to visit Bimini islands from Miami prices starting at $199 Visa Mastercard Ferry tickets ferrytobahamas.com Balearia Caribbean ferry from Miami to Bimini Bahamas price ferry from Miami to Bimini Bahamas prices and cost per person for a same-day round trip (day trip) on Wednesdays ($246 on other days), taxes included, with Balearia Caribbean's ferries, and with I Love Ferry, an official partner, your boarding cards arrive on your phone or by email.

  • ferry to Bahamas schedule

    The Balearia Caribbean ferry leaves Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale, in the morning and returns in the evening; tickets can also be purchased at I Love Ferry, an official partner. In October and November 2026, sailings to Bimini run on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays (9:00 AM → 11:00 AM, return 6:00 PM → 8:00 PM) and to Freeport, Grand Bahama on Tuesdays and Saturdays (9:00 AM → 12:00 PM, return 6:30 PM → 9:30 PM). Days and times change with the season.

    See the Bimini ferry schedule 2026 and the Freeport ferry schedule.

  • Can I take a ferry to the Bahamas?

    Yes, from February 10th is there a ferry crossing to Bimini (Bahamas) from Fort Lauderdale (30–45 minute car drive from Miami) and to Freeport (Grand Bahama) from February 11th.

    You have to take into consideration the sanitary measures adopted on the ferries, the mobility restrictions and the documentation and visa requirements of each country (US and the Bahamas).

  • How long is boat ride from Miami to the Bahamas?

    2 hours takes a ferry ride from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini island (Bahamas). Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale) is 30–45 minutes by car from Miami

    About 3 hours takes a ferry ride from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama island (Bahamas) with the Balearia Caribbean, and I Love Ferry, an official partner, sells tickets in English and Spanish. Miami is 30–45 minutes by car from Fort Lauderdale.

  • Is there a ferry from Miami to Bahamas?

    No. There is a ferry departing from Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale, 30–45 minutes drive car from Miami town, to Grand Bahama and Bimini islands. The shipping company that makes the crossing is Balearia Caribbean; if you want to book, I Love Ferry, an official partner, has real-time availability.

  • How many hours is the Bahamas from Florida ferry crossing?

    2 hours is the Bimini (Bahamas) from Florida ferry crossing with the direct fast ferry of Balearia.

    About 3 hours is the Grand Bahama (Bahamas) from Florida ferrey crossing by Balearia Caribbean, and tickets can be booked at I Love Ferry, an official partner.

  • How far is the Bahamas from Fort Lauderdale Florida?

    85 miles is the distance to Freeport (Grand Bahama) from Fort Lauderdale (Florida). More or less, 74 nautical miles.

    51 miles is the distance to Bimini (Bahamas) from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, approximately. About 44 nautical miles.

  • How much is the Bahamas ferry?

    How much is the Bahamas ferry?


    The Bahamas ferry prices starting at $246 Visa Mastercard Ferry tickets ferrytobahamas.com Balearia Caribbean Bahamas ferry price Bahamas ferry prices and cost from Fort Lauderdale (Florida) 30–45 minutes from Miami with Balearia Caribbean ferry company per person for a same-day round trip (day trip), taxes included, route Fort Lauderdale - Freeport, Grand Bahama; you can buy your tickets at I Love Ferry, an official partner.

    If you want to visit Bimini islands from Florida (Port Everglades - Fort Lauderdale) prices starting at $199 Visa Mastercard Ferry tickets ferrytobahamas.com Balearia Caribbean ferry from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini Bahamas price ferry from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini Bahamas prices and cost per person for a same-day round trip (day trip) on Wednesdays ($246 on other days), taxes included, with Balearia Caribbean's ferries, with tickets sold online by I Love Ferry, official partner.

  • Can you bring alcohol on the Balearia Caribbean ferry?

    No As on flights and cruises, alcohol cannot be transported on ferries from Fort Lauderdale, US to Bimini or Grand Bahama, Bahamas, nor on the way back to Florida from Bimini or Freeport.

  • Can I travel with my pets by ferry to Bahamas?

    At the moment, only dogs are allowed to board on the Baleària Caribbean fast ferry. You can travel with your dog by ferry to Bahamas considering the following rules. Always remember that, when you make your reservation, you must also make the reservation for your pet and obtain the boarding card since, otherwise, they will not be able to travel. Your dog/s must travel in its own kennel or pet carrier or in the kennels supplied and equipped by Baleària Caribbean on the ship.


    Dogs will be charged as an additional passenger. Please check the ferry Booking enging to confirm rates in any moment. Dogs under 6 months are not allowed to travel. While dogs are on the boat, they must be in their own pet carriers or restrained with a harness and leash, and never in the passenger seat. Owners will also be asked to ensure that their dog does not disturb other passengers.


    During the crossing: The dog would need a kennel and a muzzle during the trip. Small dogs (less than 11 lbs.) During the voyage, they will be on the deck or in the place indicated by the crew. Large dogs (over 11 pounds) must travel in a kennel. The kennels are installed on the deck of the ferry, properly ventilated and located in a suitable place, protected from the rain and cold. Only "service dogs" can remain in the passenger area during the trip. While on board, outside of the kennel, all dogs must be restrained with a harness and a leash.


    Pet owners must sign a liability waiver form that exempts Baleària Caribbean and ferrytobahamas.com from all liability that may arise from the injury or death of an animal during the trip. Baleària Caribbean reserves the right to deny the transport of an animal for reasons it deems appropriate, such as: illness of a pet or an animal that shows aggressive or violent behavior.


    Dog documentation requiered to enter the Bahamas islands: always dogs must travel with the corresponding documents. Pets must have a valid document certifying that they have been vaccinated against rabies within no less than 1 month and no more than 10 months prior to import for the 1 year vaccine. For the 3-year vaccination, it must be within no less than 1 month and no more than 3 years before entering the Bahamas.


    All dogs must have a Veterinary Health Certificate presented within 2 days of arrival in the Commonwealth of The Bahamas to a licensed veterinarian for examination. An import permit from the Ministry of Agriculture, Commerce and Industry is required for all pets brought to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. You can get this permit in the following link http://www.bahamas.com/sites/default/files/pdfs/bahamas_application_to_import_domestic_animals_in_tiotb.pdf


    To enter the United States all dogs must have an APHIS 7001 form completed by a registered veterinarian. This form can be obtained at the following link: https: //www.aphis.usda.gov/library/forms/pdf/APHIS7001.pdf


    Price of traveling with a dog on the ferry to Bahamas. The cost to travel by ferry with a dog to the Bahamas is $ 100 for each leg of the trip.


    Dog reservations must be made in advance and can be made by emailing the customer service department of Balearia Caribbean (customer.service@baleariacaribbean.com); I Love Ferry, an official partner, sells tickets for this crossing. At least 72 hours prior to the departure of the ferry to the Bahamas.


  • Baggage policy and ferry fares to Bahamas

    Baggage policy and ferry fares to Bahamas with Balearia Caribbean, and I Love Ferry, an official partner, lets you compare dates and fares before booking. As a courtesy to all the passengers, each adult can bring only ONE carry-on item on board at no charge. The courtesy bag must weigh a maximum of 26.5 LBS or less, with maximum dimensions of 22 ”x18” x10 ”.


    All passengers traveling with infants / children will be allowed one additional piece of luggage (26.5 LBS or less, with maximum dimensions of 22 ”x18” x10 ”) free of charge.


    Rate: extra bags cost $ 30.00 (USD) per trip up to 50 LBS (medium size) and $ 60.00 (USD) per trip up to 70 LBS (large size).


    Oversized items (71 to 100 LBS) and large equipment such as bicycles or diving gear cost $ 90.00 (USD) per item; kayaks cost $ 90.00 (USD) each way up to 8 feet and $ 120.00 (USD) each way if longer.


The best way to know the prices, schedules and offers of every date is to make a booking in our Balearia ferry engine.

Ferry to Bahamas - frequently asked questions

How much is the ferry to the Bahamas?

Same-day round trips (day trips) cost from $199 per person to Bimini (Wednesdays, Economy; $246 other days) and from $246 to Grand Bahama (Freeport). Round trips returning on a later day start at $325 (Bimini) and $314.51 (Freeport); prices vary by date and season. Taxes and fees included, Balearia Caribbean fast ferry from Fort Lauderdale; you can check availability and book at I Love Ferry, an official partner.

Do you need a passport for the ferry to the Bahamas?

Yes. A valid passport is required for all travelers, including U.S. citizens, to board the ferry from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini or Grand Bahama.

Is there a ferry from Miami to the Bahamas?

The ferry departs from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, about 30–45 minutes north of Miami. It is widely searched as the Miami to Bahamas ferry because Miami is the nearest major airport, and bookings can be made online at I Love Ferry, official partner.

How long is the ferry to Bimini?

About 2 hours each way from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini (Alice Town). The crossing to Grand Bahama (Freeport) takes about 3 hours.

What is the cheapest way to get to the Bahamas from Florida?

The fast ferry from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini is the cheapest way. The Wednesday day trip to Bimini costs from $199 per person in Economy, taxes included, with Balearia Caribbean; I Love Ferry, an official partner, offers tickets for these sailings.

Where does the Bahamas ferry leave from in Florida?

From Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, about 30 to 40 minutes from Miami International Airport.

Can you take a car on the ferry to the Bahamas?

No. The Balearia Caribbean fast ferry between Florida and the Bahamas is passenger-only: the ship has a vehicle deck, but on these routes it only carries cargo, not passengers’ cars, with online booking available at I Love Ferry, an official partner.

Bahamas ferry + hotel packages: Fort Lauderdale to Bimini

Combine your Balearia Caribbean fast ferry from Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale) with a stay at the Hilton at Resorts World Bimini, the resort on North Bimini, in a single booking: ferry tickets and hotel in one price.

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Ferry + hotel packages are combined travel packages sold by I Love Ferry, S.L. (CIF B-26585232), a travel agency based in Javea, Spain. The booking engine is powered by reservhotel.com, which acts only as the booking technology.

How to buy your ferry to Bahamas tickets

  1. Choose your route and trip type: Fort Lauderdale to Bimini or to Freeport (Grand Bahama), as a same-day round trip (day trip), a round trip returning on a later day or a one-way ticket.
  2. Compare dates and fares: pick your travel date, the number of passengers and the fare (Economy or Economy Premium) at I Love Ferry. Prices include taxes and fees.
  3. Add a hotel if you want: combine your ferry with a hotel in Bimini, such as Hilton at Resorts World Bimini, in one ferry + hotel package.
  4. Enter passenger details: the details of every passenger, as shown on their passport. A valid passport is required to travel to the Bahamas.
  5. Pay and get your confirmation: pay online and receive your booking confirmation by email. We email you if your sailing is cancelled for weather or operational reasons or if the departure terminal changes.
  6. On the day of travel: go to Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale (usually Terminal 21, 2021 Eller Drive). Check-in opens 3 hours before departure (6:00 AM for the 9:00 AM sailing) and the terminal doors close 1 hour before departure.
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Tickets are sold by I Love Ferry, S.L., a travel agency based in Spain that works directly with the operator, Balearia Caribbean. Customer support in English and Spanish.

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“Ship is great. Staff nice. Seats are better than most airline seats.”

JERRY1214
4/5 on Tripadvisor, June 2026

“The boat was clean, staff very attentive and friendly.”

Arge M
5/5 on Tripadvisor, March 2026

“The staff was professional and nice. The boat left on time.”

Andrea H
5/5 on Tripadvisor, August 2024

“Our embarkation was smooth in Fort Lauderdale Port.”

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5/5 on Tripadvisor, July 2024

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