Free! The best thing about the ferry is that it's free. It's a fun way to see Savannah from the river. You can't stand outside, so not good for taking pictures.
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The Savannah Belles Ferry system provides free passage across the Savannah River between downtown's riverwalk and Hutchinson Island, home of the Savannah Convention Center and Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa.
While you can't catch a public access ferry or boat to Tybee directly from Hilton Head, you can travel to Savannah via ferry or water taxi. There are a handful of options that allow you to set sail and then dock at River Street, where all the fun begins.
Here, you will disembark onto bustling River Street, explore the Factors Walk, take a tour of the city, and more! The ferry from Hilton Head to Savannah is the perfect day-trip to add to your itinerary and an easy way to see one of the South's most popular cities.
The cost-effective way to get from Savannah to Hilton Head Island is to drive, which costs $6 - $10 and takes 56 min. What is the fastest way to get from Savannah to Hilton Head Island? The quickest way to get from Savannah to Hilton Head Island is to taxi which costs $85 - $110 and takes 56 min.
Getting to Hilton Head Island by RailSit back, relax, and take the train! Amtrak service is available via Savannah, GA, which is a short 45-minute trip from Hilton Head Island, or via Yemassee, SC, which is just one hour from Hilton Head Island.
The best time to visit Savannah is from March to July when the weather is warm and pleasant and the flowers are in full bloom. Mid to late summer can bring extreme heat and humidity which can make it unpleasant for some visitors.
With its beautiful 18th-century architecture, dripping Spanish moss, delectable food, and variety of things to do, there's no doubt that spending one day in Savannah, GA, is always worth it.
Tybee Island is just 20 miles from Savannah, with the short drive making it Savannah's beach and a popular day trip for people visiting the city as well. Here you will find long stretches of sand and salt marshes teeming with wildlife, especially at low tide.
Tybee is a “Pay to Park Community” in order to keep critical island services available for visitors and residents. Since parking is so important to keeping the island in good condition for your next visit, there are no free, public parking spaces on Tybee.