Can you take a car on the Port Jefferson ferry?


Can you take a car on the Port Jefferson ferry? Car and Driver tickets as well as additional passengers in vehicle tickets are available on our website and call center. Walk On tickets are purchased at each terminal.


Do you lock your car on a ferry?

Park Your Car on the Ferry Once you find your parking spot on the ferry, put your car in park and engage the emergency brake. You don't want to run the risk that a large wave will make your car roll into other vehicles. Lock all of your doors before leaving the vehicle. Do not, however, turn on your car's alarm system.


How much is the ferry from Port Jeff to Connecticut with car?

The quickest way to get from Port Jefferson to Connecticut is to car ferry which costs $19 - $75 and takes 1h 15m. Is there a direct ferry between Port Jefferson and Connecticut? Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port Jefferson and arriving at Bridgeport.


How many cars can go on the Port Jefferson ferry?

The MV PT Barnum was built in 1999 by Eastern Shipbuilding Group Panama City, Florida. It is 300 feet (91 m) long and 52 feet (16 m) wide, and is named after the ferry company's co-founder, Bridgeport circus impresario PT Barnum. She is capable of carrying 120 cars and was constructed at a cost of $12 million.


How early should I get to the Bridgeport ferry?

All bar coded tickets will be scanned before boarding. Walk on passenger bar codes will be scanned before they cross the gangway. For Cars, please arrive 30 minutes before your departure time. We reserve the right to deny your passage if you do not arrive 30 minutes before your departure time.


Can you go back to your car on a ferry?

If you are wondering if can you stay in your vehicle on a ferry the answer in most cases is no. Once the vessel starts with crossing, you will not be allowed onto the car parking deck as most of the large car ferries for safety reasons, do not allow passengers to stay in their cars.


Do you need a reservation for Bridgeport ferry?

Vehicles over 20' must reserve through the call center at 888-443-3779 or 631-473-0286, #8 main menu. Priority vehicle space. - See terms and conditions. --GOOD FOR TRIP OF ISSUE ONLY, MUST ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE -See terms and conditions for details.


Do people stay in their cars on a ferry?

You can't stay in your car for safety reasons. In case of an emergency, like a fire or a collision, you need to be able to evacuate the ship quickly. Most of the time, you need to join rafts located above the car deck.


Can you walk around Port Jefferson?

You don't have to walk far in the Village to find great places to go shopping, grab a bite to eat, or get a cup of coffee. Port Jeff is also kid-friendly and pet-friendly, so you can feel free to bring all of the family to explore the town. Here are some local hot spots to discover in this great walk around town!


What happens if your car breaks down on a ferry?

If a vehicle is broken down onboard, the responsibility ultimately is with the owner of the vehicle. The ferry crew is under no obligation to re-start vehicles that have broken down.


Do you have to go through security on a ferry?

Anyone who refuses a screening or inspection will not be allowed on board a ferry.


Can you leave your car running on a ferry?

Parking and the Crossing After you've snuggled in, turn off your lights, turn off the engine, set the parking brake, and turn off your car alarm. Your motion detector will indeed detect the motion of the boat.