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Is there a daily ferry from Florida to Bahamas?

About Grand Bahama Grand Bahama is well connected to mainland America by ferry and features a regular daily service from Fort Lauderdale, Florida connecting you to its port in Freeport.



In 2026, there is no single ferry that runs every day, but several operators provide high-frequency service that covers most of the week. Balearia Caribbean is the primary operator, offering high-speed ferry service from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) to Bimini and Freeport. The Bimini route typically runs 3 to 4 times a week (usually Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday), taking about 2 hours each way. The Freeport route runs about 2 times a week and takes 3 hours. In 2026, a round-trip day trip to Bimini costs approximately $199 to $250, including port taxes. While you can't go "any day" you want, the schedule is designed to accommodate 2026 weekend travelers and day-trippers. A valid passport is mandatory for all passengers, and it is a "pro-tip" to arrive at the port at least 3 hours early for customs and immigration processing, which can be a significant bottleneck for a same-day return trip.

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Travel by boat The most popular service offering one-day trips to Freeport is Balearia Caribbean. This can get you from Fort Lauderdale (a 35-minute drive from Miami) to Grand Bahama in three hours 20 minutes.

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Baleària Caribbean Fast Ferry - The fastest way to get to the Bahamas by sea!

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Yes, I would go back, for the price, the experience and Bimini has the most beautiful water, I have ever seen.

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There are groups that make this ride regularly from Miami. Once you are fully prepared you need to decide on a route to The Bahamas. The most direct route is from Miami to Bimini. This route can take one and a half (1.5) hours.

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Bimini is the westernmost island of the Bahamas, situated about 80 km (53 mi) east of Miami, Florida, making it the closest point in the Bahamas to the US mainland.

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In the past, it took a relatively large boat to safely travel the waters from Florida to the Bahamas. But with today's advancements in hull engineering, you can make the trip in a boat that is only 30 feet or less.

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In general, a 3-day & 2-night Bahamas trip cost around $800 for one person. For a family of four, the average Bahamas trip cost is about $630 per day. Overall, the total budget for a week's trip should be around $5500, considering the flight, transport, food, entertainment and souvenirs??.

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Ideal Duration Of Stay In The Bahamas So, it is up to you for how many days you want to enjoy the serene nature, glistening coastline, lip-smacking sea-foods, and sun-kissed beaches. The weather is always soothing, so make a 6-7 days holiday in the Bahamas is ideal.

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Low season, August to November, is best for budget travelers Fall is the cheapest time to visit the Bahamas.

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