Ferry Schedule ⛴️
Gulf Islands Ferry · Bradenton Riverwalk ↔ Bridge Street Pier, AMI
Gulf Islands Ferry
Skip the traffic — take the scenic 50-minute catamaran ride between downtown Bradenton and Anna Maria Island's Historic Bridge Street Pier.
Departing from
Bradenton Riverwalk
↳ Arrives Bridge Street Pier ~50 min later
Departing from
Bridge Street Pier, AMI
↳ Arrives Bradenton Riverwalk ~50 min later
Fares
*Service fees may apply. Book in advance recommended.
Book tickets online or call/text for assistance
Book at GulfIslandsFerry.com →Schedule subject to change. Weather permitting.
Boarding Locations
🏝️ Bridge Street Pier — AMI
The ferry dock is at the foot of Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach — right in the heart of the island's dining and shopping district. Connects directly with the free Island Trolley.
📍100 Bridge St, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
🌆 Bradenton Riverwalk
The Bradenton terminal is at the Riverwalk, steps from downtown dining, the Village of the Arts, and the Manatee Performing Arts Center. Easy parking available nearby.
📍Bradenton Riverwalk, 400 Barcarrota Blvd W, Bradenton, FL 34205
Tips
Book tickets online in advance — the ferry can fill up on weekends and holidays.
The catamaran is ADA accessible and offers free WiFi on board.
Connects directly with the free Island Trolley at Bridge Street Pier — no car needed.
The crossing takes ~50 minutes each way — a scenic ride through Tampa Bay.
Service operates Wednesday through Sunday. Check gulfislandsferry.com for seasonal changes.
Bikes and strollers are welcome — great for a car-free day trip to Bradenton.
✓ Ferry schedule last verified March 2026 · Confirm current sailings at www.gulfislandsferry.com · (941) 708-3779