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Water travel is possible between Norfolk and Olde Towne Portsmouth and between Norfolk and downtown Hampton by ferry service.
The HRT Elizabeth River Ferry travels from the Waterside Marina to two locations in Olde Towne Portsmouth every half an hour from 7 am - 11:45 pm Mon. - Fri., and 10 am - 11:45 pm Sat. - Sun.
One-way fares are $1 for adults, 50 cents for children under 12 and for seniors and disabled persons
On our first trip on the Elizabeth River (Intercoastal Waterway) on our boat, the ferry seemed determined to ram us. The operator apparently paid no attention to anything on his route except what was right in front of him.
Their website says:
"HRT's Elizabeth River 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 panoram harbor view. The Ferry operates every 30 minutes, with 15-minute service at peak times on weekends. The Ferry is wheelchair accessible and allows boarding passengers to walk on with their bicycles." Leave a Comment
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I thought this little mini-tugboat was REALLY cute. I haven't used the service and don't know how much it costs.
The Norfolk website says:
"In addition to the Ferry service, Squyres Marine Services, Inc. provides water taxi and launch services from the Norfolk and Portsmouth waterfronts. Hours are Friday and Saturday from 5pm – 1 am. During the peak season and special events, there are expanded hours"
The water taxi website (which I am unable to access ATM) said:
"Try a new route between downtown Norfolk and Portsmouth! Our professional water taxi is available for commute across the water on a regular basis or by reservation for special event charters. Current hours are Friday and Saturday from 3:00 pm to 1:00 am. Additional hours are available with flexible scheduling" Leave a Comment
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HRT runs decent bus service, for the day tourist, but at night you'll have to deal with overpriced cab fare.
HRT also runs a Ferry going to Portsmith, VA. Good times are to be had there. Leave a Comment Theme: Bus
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If you want to take a trip across the river to Portsmouth, or just enjoy splendid views of the Elizabeth River, then take the ferry. It's only a dollar each way (exact change, please). It runs from 10:00 am to 11:30 pm, between Waterside in Norfolk and the Ferry Landing in Portsmouth. Leave a Comment
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