Prudence & Bay Islands Transport

Tuesday, September 22nd: High winds predicted for the afternoon. Cancelations are possible. Check back here or call (401) 683-0430 for updates.

NOTICE: The 5:45 AM on Monday (9/28) is closed to passengers to allow for propane delivery, the 6:20 will be open as normal.

Extra Run Monday (9/28): Departs Bristol at 1:30 PM (the 2:30 return is closed to passengers for propane delivery)

October schedule now available for reservations.

We recommend making ALL vehicle and passenger reservations in advance. Passenger capacity limits remain in effect. Per the RI Governor’s Office ferries are limited to 60% capacity (90 passengers) on fair weather days and 40% capacity (60 passengers) on inclement weather days. Passengers in vehicles DO count towards total vessel passenger capacity. All ferries are currently set for 60 passengers and capacity will be increased to 90 passengers no more than 2 days prior if weather is going to be clear. If there is potential for rain, capacity will only be increased at ferry time as the weather allows. Day of tickets may be available at the ticket booth in the event of cancellations. There is no standby list, standby is first come first served and you must be present at the terminal to be placed on standby.

Covid-19 (Coronavirus) update: 09/02/2020 CLICK HERE for the latest passenger information and precautions being taken by PBIT to avoid spread of the virus. Prudence & Bay Islands Transport will continue to operate our normal schedule as the lifeline service between Bristol and Prudence Island.