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Great Bay Express sails 2 routes to 2 destinations, with departures from ports including Gustavia, Philipsburg. Compare Great Bay Express sailings and book your tickets on Openferry.
Great Bay Express timetables are seasonal, so the number of sailings and departure times change through the year. Search your route and travel dates for current times and prices.
Popular Great Bay Express routes
Great Bay Express fares and sailing times
Great Bay Express ticket prices depend on the route, the travel date and how far ahead you book. Most routes have more sailings in peak season.
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Foot passenger tickets are the cheapest way to travel with Great Bay Express, with deck seats.
Great Bay Express vessels
Great Bay Express operates 2 vessels. Onboard facilities vary by ship, so check the vessel details below before you book.
Travelling with Great Bay Express as a foot passenger or with a vehicle
Foot passengers can travel on every Great Bay Express route.
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Foot passengers can travel on all routes.
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Foot passengers should check in at least 45 minutes before departure.
Great Bay Express luggage allowance
Keep valuables, travel documents and medication with you during the crossing. Larger bags can usually be left in the luggage area on board.
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Label every bag with your name and contact details.
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Flammable, explosive and other hazardous items are not allowed on board.
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You are responsible for your luggage at all times, including bags left in the luggage area.
Travelling with pets on Great Bay Express
Pet rules vary by route and vessel, so check the rules for your Great Bay Express sailing before you book.
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Bring your pet’s passport or health certificate and microchip details.
Great Bay Express tickets, check-in and boarding
Great Bay Express passengers exchange their booking confirmation for a boarding card at the port before departure.
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Every passenger needs a valid ID card or passport.
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Changes, cancellations and payment
Change and refund rules depend on the fare you book. The conditions for your ticket are shown before you pay.
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Great Bay Express tickets can be changed up to 24 hours before departure, subject to fare rules.
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Payments are encrypted and support is available from booking to boarding.
Why book Great Bay Express with Openferry
Openferry shows Great Bay Express alongside the other ferry operators on your route, so you can compare times and prices before you book.
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Live availability and prices from Great Bay Express and the other operators on the route.
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Secure payment, with your booking confirmation sent by email and saved in the app.
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Customer support in your language, from booking to boarding.
Great Bay Express FAQs
Common questions about booking and sailing with Great Bay Express.
Arrive at least 45 minutes before departure.
It depends on the route and the vessel. Add your vehicle when you search to see which Great Bay Express sailings can take it.
Not always. Cabins are usually offered on longer and overnight Great Bay Express crossings. Search your route to see whether your sailing has them.
Most tickets can be changed up to 24 hours before departure, subject to the fare rules shown before you pay.
Other ferry operators in Saint Barthelemy
Great Bay Express is one of several operators sailing these routes. Compare them all on Openferry.
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All Great Bay Express routes
Gustavia
Philipsburg
