How long is the boat ride from St. Maarten to Anguilla?

Between them they offer multiple daily services between the tropical paradise islands of St Maarten/Martin and Anguilla, with a journey time of just 25 minutes or less!



The boat ride from St. Maarten to Anguilla is quite short, making it one of the most popular day trips in the Caribbean. If you take the public ferry from Marigot (on the French side of St. Martin) to Blowing Point in Anguilla, the crossing takes approximately 20 to 25 minutes. These ferries run frequently, typically every 45 minutes. If you are looking for more convenience, there are private and semi-private speedboats that depart from the "Anguilla-St. Maarten Ferry Terminal" near the Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) on the Dutch side. These airport shuttles usually take about 20 minutes as well and deliver you directly to the customs dock in Anguilla. While the ride is short, the water in the Anguilla Channel can occasionally be choppy, so if you are prone to seasickness, sitting toward the back of the boat is recommended. Also, remember that since Anguilla is a separate British Overseas Territory, you will need to clear immigration on both ends, so factor in an extra 15–30 minutes for processing at the docks.

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