As long as you have your passport, it's easy to travel between St. Thomas and the British Virgin Islands via ferry. There is direct ferry service to several of the BVI's from Red Hook. There is also service to Tortola from Charlotte Amalie.

Yes, you can easily visit the British Virgin Islands (BVI) from St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands, but it requires international travel documentation. The most common way is by public ferry from Charlotte Amalie or Red Hook in St. Thomas to Road Town or West End in Tortola. The ferry ride takes about 50 to 90 minutes. In 2026, round-trip adult fares average around $100 to $120, plus a $10–$20 BVI environmental and departure tax. Because the BVI is a separate territory, you must have a valid passport; a state ID or birth certificate is not sufficient for U.S. citizens to enter the BVI and return to St. Thomas. You will go through BVI Customs and Immigration upon arrival and U.S. Customs upon your return. Popular day-trip destinations include Jost Van Dyke (for the Soggy Dollar Bar) and Virgin Gorda (for The Baths). Private water taxis are also available for a more flexible, albeit much more expensive, experience that can bypass the crowded public ferry schedules.