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Ferries & Water Taxis in South Carolina

24 of the 988 marinas and boating businesses we track in South Carolina are ferry services and passenger boats. Full listings for every city are on the South Carolina page.

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Ferry routes vary widely between scheduled vehicular crossings, seasonal island shuttles, and passenger-only urban water taxis. Choosing the right service depends on whether you are transporting a vehicle, traveling with pets, or needing a strict commuter timeline. Map pins show terminal docks, but they do not indicate reservation requirements, vehicle height limits, or seasonal sailing schedules.

Charleston 3

  1. Folly's Best Charters

    Safe Harbor Charleston City, 17 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401-1122

    Call All Charleston

  2. Mascato

    49 Immigration St, Charleston, SC 29403-3652

    All Charleston

  3. American Cruise Lines

    17 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401-1151

    All Charleston

Hilton Head Island 3

  1. Infinity Charters HHI

    68 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928-3206

    Call Website All Hilton Head Island

  2. Captain Hook Party Fishing

    1 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

    Call Website All Hilton Head Island

  3. The Mystique

    Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

    All Hilton Head Island

Mt Pleasant 2

  1. Fort Sumter Ferry

    40 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

    Call All Mt Pleasant

  2. Spirit of Charleston

    Patriots Pt, Mt Pleasant, SC 29401

    Call All Mt Pleasant

Myrtle Beach 2

  1. East Coast Yacht Management

    1070 Folly Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

    Call All Myrtle Beach

  2. Grand Dunes Marina Harbor

    8206 Marina Pkwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572-8129

    Call All Myrtle Beach

North Charleston 2

  1. American Sail Inc.

    7350 Pepperdam Ave, North Charleston, SC 29418

    Call Website All North Charleston

  2. South Carolina Port Authority (Port Expansion) Cruise Terminal

    1150 N Port Dr, North Charleston, SC 29405-2510

    Call All North Charleston

Awendaw 1

  1. Bulls Island Ferry

    498 Bulls Island Rd, Awendaw, SC 29429-6072

    Call Website All Awendaw

Batesburg-Leesville 1

  1. Carefree Boat Club

    101 Sandalwood Rd, Batesburg-Leesville, SC 29070-8874

    Call Website All Batesburg-Leesville

Bluffton 1

  1. Daufuskie Island

    1414 Fording Island Rd, Bluffton, SC 29910-6552

    All Bluffton

Chapin 1

  1. The Boat In The Cove

    Chapin, SC

    All Chapin

Columbia 1

  1. Sea Hunt Boats Inc

    2348 Shop Rd, Columbia, SC 29201

    Call All Columbia

Daniel Island 1

  1. Daniel Island Ferry

    101 River Landing Dr, Daniel Island, SC 29492-7551

    Call All Daniel Island

Elgin 1

  1. Glide Transport

    205 Camp Creek Dr, Elgin, SC 29045

    Call

Hilton Head 1

  1. Daufuskie Island Ferry

    35 Fording Island Road Ext, Hilton Head, SC 29926

    Call

Little River 1

  1. Myrtle Beach Tikis

    4474 Waterfront Dr, Little River, SC 29566-8200

    Call Website All Little River

North Myrtle Beach 1

  1. Barefoot Queen

    2051 Bridge View Ct, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

    Call Website All North Myrtle Beach

Pawleys Island 1

  1. Brookgreen Boat Excursion

    Pawleys Island, SC

    All Pawleys Island

Whitmire 1

  1. Sea Pro Boats

    25214 SC-121, Whitmire, SC 29178

    Call
Book vehicle spots early. Many island and long-distance passenger ferries require advance reservations for cars during peak summer months, while walk-on passengers can often buy tickets at the pier.

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Good to know

Do I need to arrive early if I already bought a ticket?

Yes, most operators require vehicles to be in the boarding lane 30 to 60 minutes before departure. Walk-on passengers usually need to clear the gate 15 to 20 minutes prior to sailing. Late arrivals risk losing their reserved spot to standby commuters.

Are pets allowed on ferry crossings?

Policies depend on the specific line and duration of the trip. Many passenger ferries allow leashed dogs on exterior decks, while vehicle ferries often require pets to remain inside your personal car during the transit. Always check specific carrier rules before arriving at the terminal.

How much do passenger and vehicle ferry tickets usually cost?

Short commuter water taxis often cost under $10 per passenger. Longer vehicular crossings to islands typically range from $20 to over $100 depending on the size of the vehicle, the number of passengers, and peak seasonal pricing.

How to shrink wrap a boat?

To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in South Carolina, check the 24 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.

What is a marine survey?

A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across South Carolina, MarinaAtlas indexes 24 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.