South Station to Woods Hole ferry terminal
Plain directions from South Station to Woods Hole ferry terminal, checked against the fall 2026 MBTA schedule.
South Station to Woods Hole ferry terminal
- Peter Pan Bus Lines
- Walk about 5 min to Boston South Station Bus TerminalFrom South Station
- Take the Peter Pan Bus Lines Boston - Bourne - Falmouth - Woods Hole busAbout 115 min
- Get off at Woods Hole Steamship Authority Terminal
Weekdays, fall 2026 schedule · First and last trips
Quick answer: Walk about 5 min to Boston South Station Bus Terminal, then take the Peter Pan Bus Lines Boston - Bourne - Falmouth - Woods Hole bus to Woods Hole Steamship Authority Terminal. The trip takes about 117 minutes (107-117 min depending on the connection). On weekdays the Peter Pan Bus Lines Boston - Bourne - Falmouth - Woods Hole bus runs about every 90 min during the day.
Get the live route from South Station to Woods Hole ferry terminal
Step by step
- From South Station, walk about 5 min to Boston South Station Bus Terminal.
- At Boston South Station Bus Terminal, take the Peter Pan Bus Lines Boston - Bourne - Falmouth - Woods Hole bus.
- Ride about 115 min and get off at Woods Hole Steamship Authority Terminal.
Other ways to go
- Walk about 6 min to the South Station bus terminal, then take the Plymouth & Brockton bus to Woods Hole Terminal, and walk about 3 min: about 103 min.
Which one is faster depends on when you leave. Cobblehop compares them with live times and gives you the one that gets you there first.
Times and frequency
| Day | First trip | Last trip | How often (daytime) | Trip time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Friday | 8:25 am | 9:30 pm | About every 90 min | About 117 min |
| Saturday | 8:25 am | 9:30 pm | About every 90 min | About 117 min |
| Sunday | 8:25 am | 9:30 pm | About every 90 min | About 117 min |
First and last trip are when the first bus of the trip leaves Boston South Station Bus Terminal, on the fall 2026 schedule. "How often" is for the Peter Pan Bus Lines Boston - Bourne - Falmouth - Woods Hole bus.
Late at night
On weekdays, the last trip that works leaves Boston South Station Bus Terminal at 9:30 pm and gets to Woods Hole ferry terminal around 11:27 pm. On Saturday nights the last trip leaves at 9:30 pm, and on Sunday nights at 9:30 pm. Late at night, ask Cobblehop for the last trip. It checks live times and tells you when to leave.
Tips for this trip
- The Steamship Authority's ferries to Martha's Vineyard leave from the Woods Hole terminal.
- South Station has the Red Line and Silver Line underground, Commuter Rail and Amtrak on the main concourse, and the intercity bus terminal upstairs next door.
What it costs
- Peter Pan Bus Lines. Peter Pan Bus Lines sets its own fares. Check Peter Pan Bus Lines before you go.
Fares as of October 2026. Check the MBTA's fares page before you ride.
South Station to Woods Hole ferry terminal: common questions
How do I get from South Station to Woods Hole ferry terminal by public transit?
Walk about 5 min to Boston South Station Bus Terminal, then take the Peter Pan Bus Lines Boston - Bourne - Falmouth - Woods Hole bus to Woods Hole Steamship Authority Terminal. The trip takes about 117 minutes (107-117 min depending on the connection).
How long does it take to get from South Station to Woods Hole ferry terminal?
About 117 minutes on the main route, or 107-117 minutes depending on the connection.
Do I have to change buses?
No. The Peter Pan Bus Lines Boston - Bourne - Falmouth - Woods Hole bus goes all the way, so it's one ride.
How often does the Peter Pan Bus Lines Boston - Bourne - Falmouth - Woods Hole bus run?
About every 90 min on weekdays during the day, about every 90 min on Saturdays and about every 90 min on Sundays, on the fall 2026 schedule.
What time is the last bus from South Station to Woods Hole ferry terminal?
On weekdays, the last trip that works leaves Boston South Station Bus Terminal at 9:30 pm and gets to Woods Hole ferry terminal around 11:27 pm. On Saturday nights the last trip leaves at 9:30 pm, and on Sunday nights at 9:30 pm.
Related routes
- South Station to New Bedford Whaling Museum
- South Station to JFK Hyannis Museum
- Logan Airport to Woods Hole ferry terminal
- Hyannis Transportation Center to Woods Hole ferry terminal
- Boston to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket (guide)
- Never miss your stop (guide)
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Official sources
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Published October 30, 2026. Times were computed from the fall 2026 MBTA schedule (2026-11-04 for weekdays). Service changes, so check Cobblehop for live times before you go.
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