Hull, Massachusetts offers one of the easiest ways to reach Boston without dealing with traffic — the MBTA ferry from Hull to Long Wharf. The ferry provides a scenic commute across Boston Harbor and is popular with both commuters and visitors heading into the city. Below you’ll find the current ferry status, travel time, ticket information, and tips for using the Hull ferry.
Current Ferry Status
The MBTA ferry between Hull and Boston typically runs several trips each weekday with reduced service on weekends and holidays. Travel time is usually about 30 minutes depending on stops.
Ferries depart from:
Hull Ferry Terminal
Pemberton Point
Hull, Massachusetts
And arrive at:
Long Wharf / Aquarium Station
Boston, Massachusetts
For the full daily schedule visit the official MBTA page.
View Full MBTA schedule here:
Ferry Cost
Typical fares (subject to change):
• One-way ferry ticket: about $9–$10
• Monthly commuter pass available
• CharlieCard and mobile tickets accepted
https://www.mbta.com/fares/ferry
Tips For Using the Ferry:
Arrive early as the parking in the immediate area fills up fast. If possible, get a ride, bike or walk to the ferry to avoid parking issues and extra cost to park
Residents: Parking in the main parking lot at the ferry, as well as in other posted areas near the ferry, is restricted to Hull Residents with a restricted parking sticker issued by the Town of Hull.
Non-Residents: Effective May 19, 2025 the Helen Lot is a paid parking lot. The Town will utilize the PayByPhone Parking System. You can either download the app from Apple store or Google Play to pay, or call #888-680-7275 to pay. Residents who have a valid resident parking sticker may park in the lot without paying the system.
Overnight parking: There are 11 overnight parking spots in the main lot across from Mildred St & Arthur St. A residential sticker is required to be parked there.
Hingham/Hull Ferry: Portions of the Town of Hull parking lot at the Hull ferry terminal are blocked off for sewer pump station construction work. More information is available at town.hull.ma.us/