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Galveston, Texas 77550. The Galveston-Port Bolivar ferry provides free transportation between Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula. One vessel is in operation 24 hours per day. A second vessel will be placed in service at 6:30 a.m.
Apr 16, 2023 · The Galveston-Port Bolivar ferry provides free transportation between Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula. Weather permitting, the Galveston ferry hours are endless, running 365...
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Since 1934, this ferry service for all travelers runs continuously, night and day, between Galveston and the Bolivar Peninsula by TX-Dot. It is a great way to watch dolphins, seagulls, and view the surrounding sites. Each trip covers about 2.7 miles (4.3 KM) and takes about 18 minutes.
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The Galveston-Port Bolivar ferry takes travelers on SH 87 between Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula. View day/night schedule, Galveston and Port Bolivar webcams, medical information, vessel history, and ferry rules.
Galveston - Port Bolivar Ferry, Galveston: See 4,254 reviews, articles, and 1,340 photos of Galveston - Port Bolivar Ferry, ranked No.11 on Tripadvisor among 93 attractions in Galveston.
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The Galveston/Bolivar Ferry is probably the most overlooked and underrated experience in Galveston. It's a FREE ferry ride across the shipping channel. You can drive your car onto the very or simply walk-on. On busier days I'd recommend walking on, as the wait-times to load your car on the Bolivar side can sometimes be hours long.
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The Galveston-Port Bolivar Ferry is a free ferry service that operates between the cities of Galveston and Port Bolivar, Texas. This attraction is also an important transportation link, and a beloved piece of local history in the Galveston area. This Ferry connects two sections of State Highway 87. State Highway 87 is the only highway that ...
