Dark Harbor Boat Yard

Ferry Service
- RATES AND SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE -
PASSENGER SAFETY INFORMATION
  • Parents or guardians are responsible for the safety and conduct of minor passengers.
  • All passengers should keep well clear of moving vehicles.
  • Passengers should be prepared for possible jolt during docking of the vessel.
  • Trips may be cancelled due to unsafe weather, sea conditions, or mechanical failure
Passengers should be aware that the ferry vessels remain at the island overnight, with the exception of the Gov. Curtis operating to Vinalhaven, therefore, passengers missing the last trip will be stranded on the island overnight.

PROHIBITED: Smoking is prohibited on all vessels and in all terminals (including vehicles on the ferry). Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on all vessels and on all Ferry Service properties (including vehicles on the ferry). Violations may results in loss of transportation privileges.

Bicycle riders have the same rights and responsibilities as other vehicle operators on the roadways in Maine. No warranty or guarantee is made as to the suitability of the roadway conditions or fitness for bicycling.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Rates and fares are available at all terminals.

Vehicle reservations will not be accepted more than one month in advance of travel date. Payment must include all transportation charges and a nonrefundable reservation fee. Requests should be addressed to the terminal from which travel will begin. Vehicles with reservations must be in line with tickets and in all respects ready to board fifteen (15) minutes before scheduled departure or forfeit their reservation and reservation fee.

Service will be limited on New Year's, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Contact the appropriate terminal for specific schedules on those days.

Disabled Persons: Disabled persons needing assistance boarding or disembarking should notify terminal personnel to assure assistance will be provided.

Pets: Dogs, cats, birds and other pets must be held secure by leash, crate, cage, etc.

Refunds: Tickets sold by the Maine State Ferry Service have no expiration date. Therefore, no refunds will be made.

ISLESBORO FERRY SCHEDULE

Margaret Chase Smith
between
Islesboro and Lincolnville
3 miles - crossing time 20 minutes

Monday thru Saturday
January 2 thru April 14
October 15 thru December 31
- Departs -

Islesboro Lincolnville
7:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m.*
12:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

Sundays
January 7 thru April 8
October 21 thru December 30
- Departs -

Islesboro Lincolnville
8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m.
12:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

Monday thru Saturday
April 16 thru October 13***
- Departs -

Islesboro Lincolnville
7:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m.*
10:30 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m.**
2:30 p.m.** 3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m.** 5:00 p.m.

Sundays
April 15 thru October 14***
- Departs -

Islesboro Lincolnville
8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
12:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

*Trip may be delayed Wednesdays due to refueling.
**Does no operate on Wednesdays
***Due to traffic load in summer season, actual departure times may vary significantly from posted schedule. Anticipate delays and plan accordingly. Thank you!

Service will be limited on New Year's, Thanksgiving and Christmas Days. Please contact the appropriate terminal for scheduled operations on those days.
Maine State Ferry Service
P.O. Box 214
Lincolnville, ME 04849-0214
Tel. (207) 789-5611
Maine State Ferry Service
Islesboro Terminal
Tel (207) 734-6935

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