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Bar Harbor Ferry / Downeast Windjammer Cruise Lines
Discover Downeast Maine from the water with scenic schooner cruises, coastal sightseeing, and passenger ferries connecting Bar Harbor, Winter Harbor, and island communities.
AT A GLANCE
LOCATION / SERVICE AREA
Ferry departures: 88 Sargent St
Winter Harbor, ME 04693
Departure locations vary by cruise or ferry route; check your boarding location before traveling.
HOURS
May through October, weather permitting. Departing Bar Harbor
9, 11 am, 1:30, 3:30 pm. Departing Winter Harbor 10am, 12, 2:30, 4:30 pm
Hours last verified:
October 16, 2026
Know before you go:
Book ahead online or by phone. Dogs are welcome; bicycles cost extra, and electric bikes are not permitted.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS
See the Coast from a Different Point of View
There's no better way to appreciate Maine's rugged coastline than from the water. Downeast Windjammer Cruise Lines makes exploring the coast part of the adventure, offering passenger ferry services, traditional schooner sailing, and sightseeing cruises along some of Maine's most spectacular waterways.
Connecting Schoodic and Bar Harbor
For visitors exploring the Schoodic Peninsula, the company's Bar Harbor–Winter Harbor ferry offers a scenic alternative to driving around Frenchman Bay. The approximately 45-minute crossing connects Winter Harbor with the Bar Harbor Inn pier, placing passengers within easy walking distance of downtown shops, restaurants, and transportation connections to Acadia National Park.
Along the way, keep an eye out for seals, harbor porpoises, bald eagles, and other coastal wildlife. Passengers can enjoy the fresh sea air and beautiful views while traveling between two distinctive sides of coastal Maine. Dogs are welcome aboard, and bicycles can be transported for an additional fee, making it easy to continue exploring after arriving.
More Ways to Explore Maine's Coast
Beyond the ferry, Downeast Windjammer Cruise Lines offers traditional schooner sailing and sightseeing excursions on Frenchman Bay, where guests can enjoy views of Acadia National Park and the surrounding islands.
The company also operates Cranberry Cove Ferry service, connecting Southwest Harbor and Manset with the Cranberry Isles, as well as ferry excursions between Eastport and Lubec along Maine's Bold Coast.
Whether you're crossing the bay for a day of exploring or setting sail simply to enjoy the scenery, Downeast Windjammer Cruise Lines offers a memorable way to experience Maine from the water.
Beyond visitor excursions, the company helps sustain island life through commuter ferry service for year-round Cranberry Isles residents. It's a reminder that boats along this coast are more than sightseeing attractions. They're an essential part of how coastal communities stay connected.
Whether you're looking for an afternoon under sail, a memorable ferry crossing, or a new destination to explore, Downeast Windjammer Cruise Lines offers a wonderful way to experience Maine from the water.
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