Updated October 1, 2026 · ferry times, prices and offers checked on Balearia Caribbean's booking engine and website.
Bimini is the closest Bahamian island to Florida, about 60 miles (95 km) in a straight line from Port Everglades. You get there in 2 hours on the Balearia Caribbean fast ferry from Fort Lauderdale (30–45 minutes by car from Miami), and tickets can be booked at I Love Ferry, an official partner. A same-day round trip (day trip) costs from $199 on Wednesdays ($246 on other days) and a round trip returning on a later day from $325, taxes included; prices vary by date and season.
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Distance from Florida | About 60 miles (95 km) in a straight line from Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale |
| Ferry time | 2 hours: departs Fort Lauderdale 9:00 AM, arrives 11:00 AM; returns 6:00 PM, arrives 8:00 PM |
| Ferry terminal in Bimini | Fisherman's Village, Bimini Bay, North Bimini |
| Weather | Average temperature around 78 °F (25.7 °C), according to Balearia Caribbean |
| Documents | A valid passport for every traveler, including children (document requirements) |
| Where to stay | Hilton at Resorts World Bimini, bookable with the ferry as a ferry + hotel package |
The only scheduled passenger ferry to Bimini leaves from Port Everglades, Terminal 21, in Fort Lauderdale. There is no ferry from the port of Miami: if you are staying in Miami or Miami Beach, drive 30–45 minutes north to Port Everglades. Check-in opens 3 hours before departure and the terminal doors close 1 hour before (for the 9:00 AM sailing, from 6:00 to 8:00 AM): see the check-in and boarding guide.
The ship is the Jaume II, an 81-meter fast ferry for up to 655 passengers with a snack bar, duty-free shop and Economy or Economy Premium seats. It has a vehicle deck, but on the Florida – Bahamas routes it only carries cargo: passengers cannot bring their cars. See every sailing date in the Bimini ferry schedule 2026 and 2027.
| Option | Time in Bimini | Price (per adult, taxes incl.) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day trip | About 6 hours: arrival 11:00 AM, boarding for the 6:00 PM return closes at 5:00 PM | From $199 on Wednesdays, $246 other days | A first taste of the Bahamas, beach day, resort day pass |
| Round trip, later return | As many nights as you want | From $325 | Weekends and vacations |
| Ferry + hotel | Your choice of nights | Quote on request | Ferry and hotel in one booking, optional travel insurance |
Current offers (checked September 30, 2026): every Fort Lauderdale – Bimini Daytrip includes a free Resorts World Bimini Day Pass (limited-time offer, ferry bookings only), and Balearia Caribbean advertises $250 off 3-night stays at Resorts World Bimini. All current deals are on I Love Ferry offers. Hotel packages: Hilton at Resorts World Bimini ferry + hotel packages.
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Is Bimini a good place for a vacation?
Yes, especially for a short break from Florida: Bimini is the closest Bahamian island, with beaches, clear water for snorkeling and a resort (Hilton at Resorts World Bimini), and you can reach it in 2 hours by ferry from Fort Lauderdale.
How far is Bimini from Fort Lauderdale?
About 60 miles (95 km) in a straight line from Port Everglades. The Balearia Caribbean fast ferry covers it in about 2 hours, and you can check availability and book at I Love Ferry, an official partner.
Can I visit Bimini in one day?
Yes. The ferry leaves Fort Lauderdale at 9:00 AM, arrives at 11:00 AM and returns at 6:00 PM, so you get about 6 hours on the island (boarding closes 1 hour before the return). The day trip costs from $199 on Wednesdays and $246 on other days, taxes included.
Do I need a passport to go to Bimini?
Yes. Every passenger needs a valid passport (U.S. citizens can also use a valid passport card). Birth certificates and driver's licenses are not accepted.
Can I take my car to Bimini on the ferry?
No. The ship has a vehicle deck, but on the Florida – Bahamas routes it only carries cargo, not passengers' cars.
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Staying at least one night? Book your round trip with code LASTMOMENT and save 15% on the ferry.
Fort Lauderdale – Bimini round trips with a later return, at I Love Ferry. Book at least 7 days before you travel and by December 31, 2026. Not valid for one-way tickets or day trips. Non-refundable, limited seats. No vehicles: the ferry doesn’t carry passenger cars. Pets travel at the regular fee (no discount). Offer terms
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Booking a round trip to Bimini? Code LASTMOMENT gives 15% off Fort Lauderdale – Bimini round trips at I Love Ferry (not valid for one-way tickets or day trips; book at least 7 days ahead and by December 31, 2026).
