SAVANNAH FERRY FIELD GUIDE
Forty-Five Minutes to Daufuskie: Savannah’s Daily Round-Trip Ferry for a Rapid Island Escape
Daily round-trip ferry service from Savannah to Daufuskie Island’s Freeport Marina offers a scenic, roughly 45-minute crossing each way—ideal for a one-day island getaway.
Forty-Five Minutes to Daufuskie: Savannah’s Daily Round-Trip Ferry for a Rapid Island Escape.
Hop aboard a comfortable, regularly scheduled ferry from Savannah to Daufuskie Island’s Freeport Marina and trade the city’s brick and riverfront traffic for salt air and quiet island shoreline. The crossing is roughly 45 minutes each way; departures run daily, making the service a practical option for a seven-hour round-trip outing or a flexible island stopover.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Scenic 45-Minute Crossing
The ferry’s roughly 45-minute transit each way slices across coastal waters, delivering expansive coastal views and a smooth passage—an efficient transition from Savannah to island time.
Freeport Marina — Your Island Access
Service lands at Daufuskie Island’s Freeport Marina, putting visitors directly ashore to explore beaches, marshes, and local character on a compact schedule.
Daily, Flexible Departures
The ferry operates daily round trips with multiple departure windows through the day, making same-day excursions or timed visits practical without an overnight commitment.
What the day feels like
What the Trip Feels Like
The outing reads like a compact coastal ritual: arrive, board, relax into a 45-minute crossing framed by open water, then disembark at Freeport Marina to spend island hours before returning the same day. The cadence is simple and dependable—designed for travelers who want a swift, scenic escape without complex logistics.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this service suits — and what to consider before you book.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Ferry transit time is approximately 45 minutes each way; operators offer multiple daily departures (examples: 9AM–4PM, 11AM–6PM, 1PM–8PM seasonally) and a seven-hour round-trip option.
If you want the Meals and Wheels package, the entire group must purchase it to receive the package; there is a two-person minimum for that option.
Plan to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time to check in and board.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the ferry crossing each way?
Ferry transit time is approximately 45 minutes each way.
Are there daily departures?
Yes. The service offers daily round-trip departures with multiple time windows through the day.
When should I arrive before departure?
You should arrive 30 minutes before the ferry is scheduled to depart.
Is there a meal option available?
A Meals and Wheels option is available, but it must be purchased by the entire group and has a two-person minimum.
How long is a typical round-trip itinerary?
A typical offering is a seven-hour round trip.
What times are examples of departures?
Sample departure windows include 9AM–4PM, 11AM–6PM, and 1PM–8PM seasonally.