High-speed ferry from Philipsburg
Offering a unique service between St Maarten and St Barth islands, the MV Shantiwa is the perfect ferry for departing from Philipsburg, Bobby's Marina. The MV Shantiwa offers a smooth ride with a capacity of 150 passengers and is around 20 meters (65 ft) in length. It offers both indoor and outdoor seating with a classic style and a friendly crew. Use the search box on this page to check schedules and live availability, book and pay online and receive instant confirmation and e-tickets for your St Maarten St Barths ferry journey.
Owned and operated by Great Bay Express, with daily departures from St Maarten's Philipsburg to St. Barts. Depending on sea conditions, the trip is non-stop from Philipsburg to St Barths in just 45 minutes. The departure from Bobby's Marina is very convenient for anyone staying in Philipsburg or people visiting from a cruise ship. Passengers should check in at the Great Bay Express office (located at Bobby's Marina). Just present your e-ticket to the Great Bay Express staff, and they will provide you with a Boarding Pass, and you're ready to go as the departure taxes are already included in your tickets!
Fast Ferry Schedule from Philipsburg to St Barths
GREAT BAY EXPRESS SCHEDULE (until 31 Dec 2024)
ST MAARTEN - Philipsburg ST BARTHS - Gustavia |
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| Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. |
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7:15am 9:45am* 5:30pm |
8:00am 10:30am 6:15pm |
7:15am 9:45am* 5:30pm |
8:00am 10:30am 6:15pm |
7:15am 9:45am* 5:30pm |
8:00am 10:30am 6:15pm |
7:15am 9:45am* 5:30pm |
8:00am 10:30am 6:15pm |
7:15am 9:45am* 5:30pm |
8:00am 10:30am 6:15pm |
7:15am 9:45am* 5:30pm |
8:00am 10:30am 6:15pm |
- 9:45am* 5:30pm |
- 10:30am 6:15pm |
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ST BARTHS - Gustavia ST MAARTEN - Philipsburg |
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| Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. |
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8:30am 11:00am* 6:45pm |
9:15am 11:45am 7:30pm |
8:30am 11:00am* 6:45pm |
9:15am 11:45am 7:30pm |
8:30am 11:00am* 6:45pm |
9:15am 11:45am 7:30pm |
8:30am 11:00am* 6:45pm |
9:15am 11:45am 7:30pm |
8:30am 11:00am* 6:45pm |
9:15am 11:45am 7:30pm |
8:30am 11:00am* 6:45pm |
9:15am 11:45am 7:30pm |
- 11:00am* 6:45pm |
- 11:45am 7:30pm |
| Check-in 1 hour prior to departure // Check-in closes strictly 20 minutes before departure! | |||||||||||||
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Terminals: St Maarten: Bobby's Marina, Philipsburg St Barts: Gustavia Ferry Dock - Gare Maritime |
Luggage Allowance: Carry on / Cabin (1 piece) Checked baggage (2 pieces) |
Passengers must be able to carry weight of own luggage No size restrictions No size restrictions |
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| IMPORTANT: Schedules are subject to change without prior notice | |||||||||||||
| * From 02 Sep—13 Oct 2024 inclusive, there will be no 9:45am departure from St Maarten or 11:00am departure from St Barts. | |||||||||||||
Depending on passenger loading, your trip to St Barts may be on either vessel — Pride of St Barth, Big B, or Shantiwa. Onboard, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the views from the air-conditioned seating.
Passengers may take one carry-on bag (free of charge) and two checked bags (free of charge); however, they must be able to carry the weight of their own luggage. Please contact us before making a reservation if they have additional luggage, as excess baggage fees may apply. Great Bay Express does not operate as a cargo vessel and reserves the right to refuse to transport any extra luggage.
Online bookings can be made up to 24 hours before departure. For any questions on how to book your "Shantiwa" high-speed ferry, check out the most common FAQ. For any changes or cancellations, please see our Terms and Conditions.
