Is the ferry from Hilton Head to Savannah worth it?

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.



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Cruise from Hilton Head Island to Savannah, Georgia (2-hours each way), for a day trip that will allow you to spend four hours in the city as we dock directly on River Street, right in the heart of all the action.

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Yes, there is a ferry from Hilton Head Island to Savannah, Georgia, and it is by cruise. It takes almost two hours to get to and from Hilton Head, which gives you 4 hours in Savannah.

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Getting to Hilton Head Island by Rail Sit 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.

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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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Encompassing 2.2 miles, the Savannah Historic District is compact and easy to navigate whether by foot or by wheel. To travel Savannah like a local, consider walking, bicycling or taking a pedicab around the district, which ranges from River to Gaston streets and East Broad Street to Martin Luther King Jr.

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You can rent bikes to get around the area or take the Palmetto Breeze shuttle, which provides transportation to various spots around Hilton Head. No matter where you choose to stay on Hilton Head Island, there are plenty of vacation rentals that don't require a car.

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Public transportation within Hilton Head is not robust. However, if you're visiting between March and October, you can rely on The Breeze – the island's trolley service. The trolley travels to some of Hilton Head's most visited areas, including Coligny Beach Park and Shelter Cove Harbor.

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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.

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A beautiful island resort off the southern end of South Carolina, Hilton Head Island is just 20 miles north of Savannah, Georgia and 95 miles south of Charleston.

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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.

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Hilton Head Island, often referred to as simply Hilton Head, is a Lowcountry resort town and barrier island in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States.

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The trolleys operate from 1 PM to 10 PM daily, reaching every stop approximately every 30 minutes. On Friday and Saturday, hours are extended to midnight, for evening dining and entertainment. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO RIDE? The trolley is free!

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Savannah is an extremely walkable city that is perfect for strolling, but sometimes it's nice to give your feet a rest and take a ride through the city. Adventurers – this one's for you! Make the most of your vacation with these fabulous ways to get around Savannah.

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