BRISTOL to PROVIDENCE
FERRY SERVICE
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BETWEEN THE EAST BAY AND PROVIDENCE
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The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has contracted with SeaStreak, Rhode Island Fast Ferry and the Block Island Ferry to offer free ferry service to travelers who need to commute between the Bristol area and Providence. The service is offered as one more choice for people affected by the closure of the westbound side of the Washington Bridge. The ferry service will run seven days a week at half hour intervals from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Note: Last day of service is January 19, 2024
Ferry boarding located at the State Street Dock in Bristol at 127 Thames Street. The Bristol Maritime Center will be open as well for waiting passengers. There is free parking at Colt State Park where riders can access a RIPTA shuttle to the dock. Shuttles will be available to take returning riders to their parked cars at designated times in the afternoon and the evening.
The ferry will dock at 25 Portugal Parkway (India Street) in Providence. There is free parking there with about 120 spaces. A RIPTA shuttle will be available to take riders between this location and Providence Station. All three ferry providers are hiring deck hands and other staff. Learn more about the Washington Bridge closure: www.ridot.net/WashingtonBridgeClosure
Bristol to Providence Ferry Schedule
Ferry Services
Services provided by SeaStreak, Rhode Island Fast Ferry and the Block Island Ferry
