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Where does the Key West Express leave from?

Fort Myers Beach
Terminal Locations and Parking Information The Key West Express departs daily from Fort Myers Beach (except when the calendar indicates no sailing) at 8:30 a.m. with ticketing and boarding beginning at 7 a.m. The terminal is located at 1200 Main St, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931.

How long is the boat ride on the Key West Express?

3.5-4 hour
How long does it take for the Key West Express? While weather can play a significant role in the actual travel time, we recommend that each passenger plan on a 3.5-4 hour journey from port to port.

How long is the ferry ride from Key West to Marco Island?

3-3 1/2 hours
The Ferry goes from Marco Island to Key West in 3-3 1/2 hours. If you want to go only for the day, you board in Marco between 7-8 AM, arrive in Key West at 11:30 AM, re-board between 4-5 PM, and disembark in Marco about 8 PM.

How long does it take to get from Fort Myers to Key West on the Key West Express?

about 3 1/2 hours
Ferry Schedule: Departure from Fort Myers Beach is 8:30 am, ticketing begins at 7 am. Departure from Key West is 5 pm, ticketing begins at 5 pm. Travel time from Fort Myers Beach to Key West is about 3 1/2 hours once underway.

Can you take a boat from Key West to the Bahamas?

How do I travel from Key West to Nassau without a car? The best way to get from Key West to Nassau without a car is to bus and ferry and car ferry which takes 18h 24m and costs $250 – $300.

Is there a ferry from Key West to Cuba?

How long will it take to get to Cuba by ferry? The inaugural sailings will be from Miami to Havana and/or Port Everglades to Havana. The 250 nautical mile journey will take the fast ferry about 10 hours to complete. From Key West, the sailing distance to Cuba is around 90 nautical miles, a mere 4 hours away.

What time does the Key West Express leave from Marco Island?

The Key West Express departs from Marco Island seasonally from December through April (except as noted on calendar) at 8:00 a.m. with ticketing and boarding beginning at 7 a.m. During the summer the Ferry leaves from Marco Island on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the same times. The terminal is located at 951 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island, FL 34145.

Does the Key West Express go through the Gulf of Mexico?

Not if you board the Key West Express at either Fort Myers Beach or Marco Island. While the high-speed ferry skims the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, you relax and enjoy the sunshine and scenery. This gives new meaning to the old saying, “getting there is half the fun!”

How far in advance should I book my Key West Express trip?

Key West Express recommends booking your trip at least eight days in advance. This is not only to ensure you actually get a ticket, but also to make sure there is a boat from your desired location on the date you want. The Key West Express departs from Fort Myers Beach all year round and Marco Island, seasonally.

What time does the Key West Express depart from Fort Myers Beach?

The Key West Express departs daily from Fort Myers Beach (except when the calendar indicates no sailing) at 8:30 a.m. with ticketing and boarding beginning at 7 a.m. The terminal is located at 1200 Main St, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931.