Paddlewheel Ferry
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HRT's Paddlewheel Ferry is a system of three 150-passenger paddle-wheel ferry boats, one of which is the world's first natural gas-powered pedestrian ferry. The Ferry travels between North Landing and High Street in Portsmouth and Downtown Norfolk at The Waterside. It's fast, economical and offers a panoramic harbor view. The Ferry operates every 30 minutes with 15-minute service during the summer at peak times on weekends. Schedules are subject to change based on operating situations (weather, mechanical problems, etc.). The Ferry is wheelchair accessible and allows boarding passengers to walk on with their bicycles.
| Paddlewheel Ferry Fares | ||
| Adults/Youth | $1.50 | |
| Seniors and Persons with Disabilities (Eligibility ID required) | $0.75 | |
| GO 2-Ride
Allows a passenger two rides on board any HRT vehicle, except MAX and Handi-Ride. Single passes may only be purchased on board the Paddlewheel Ferry. |
$3.00 |  |
| GO 2-Ride Bundle of Five | $15.00 | |
| GO 2-Ride (Seniors and
Persons with Disabilities) Allows a Senior or Person with Disability 2 rides on any HRT vehicle (except MAX and Handi-Ride). Eligibility ID Required Passes may only be purchased on board the Paddlewheel Ferry. |
$1.50 |  |
Take the Ferry for Fun
Day or night, riding the Ferry is a great way to get around. Restaurants, museums, shopping and more are all within walking distance of the docks. Click here for the Paddlewheel Ferry map.
Take the Ferry to Work
One of the best ways to avoid rush hour traffic, particularly in the Downtown Tunnel, is to commute to work on the Paddlewheel Ferry. Commuters can buy monthly discount passes aboard the Ferry on the first and last business day of each month.
Park & Sail Program
: Use the Park & Sail program and you can park for FREE in Portsmouth and then take the Portsmouth Loop to the ferry landings. To be assigned your own designated parking space, or for more information, call 1-800-700-RIDE or visit www.traffixonline.org.
Ways to Purchase Farecards
- By mail: Click here to purchase farecard by mail
- By phone: Call HRT Customer Service at 757-222-6100
Note: *New Year's Eve service ends at 2am and No service on Thanksgiving and Christmas
Take the Ferry to Harbor Park
The Harbor Park Ferry runs between North Landing in Portsmouth and Harbor Park in Norfolk. Service runs every 30 minutes beginning one hour before game time and continuing just after the game ends.
MacArthur Center Just two blocks from the Waterside Landing, you'll find MacArthur Center, with more than 150 shops and restaurants. To get to MacArthur Center from The Waterside, simply take a left on Atlantic Avenue and follow it directly to the mall.
Paddlewheel Ferry Schedule |
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| Memorial Day to Labor Day (Summer Schedule) | 30 Minute Schedule |
| Weekdays | High Street - 7:00am to 11:30pm North Landing - 7:05am to 11:35pm Waterside - 7:15am to 11:45pm |
| Weekends | High Street - 10:00am to 11:30pm North Landing - 10:05am to 11:35pm Waterside - 10:15am to 11:45pm |
| Labor Day to Memorial Day to (Winter Schedule) | 30 Minute Schedule |
| Monday-Thursday | High Street- 7am - 9:30pm North Landing - 7:05am - 9:35pm Waterside - 7:15am - 9:45pm |
| Friday | High Street- 7am - 11:30pm North Landing - 7:05am - 11:35pm Waterside - 7:15am - 11:45pm |
| Saturday | High Street- 10am - 11:30pm North Landing - 10:05am - 11:35pm Waterside - 10:15am - 11:45pm |
| Sunday | High Street- 10am - 9:30pm North Landing - 10:05am - 9:35pm Waterside - 10:15am - 9:45pm |