Season Beginning For Historic Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry

ROCKY HILL/GLASTONBURY, CT — Following delays, the Rocky Hill-Glastonbury ferry — the oldest continuously operated ferry in America — was ready to launch Saturday.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation today announced Friday that the ferry will open for the season on Saturday at 10:30 a.m.

"The Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry remains one of the most popular modes of transportation in our state. The crews are ready and I know passengers are eager to head out across the Connecticut River by ferry. I hope you’ll come and join us this season," Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Joseph Giulietti said.

Now, both ferries across the Connecticut River will be in service. The Chester-Hadlyme Ferry began operations last month. As a result of high water level and mechanical issues, the opening of the Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry was delayed. Both ferries will operate until Nov. 30. Pedestrians, cyclists, and automobiles are welcome on both ferries.

The Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry is the oldest continuously operating ferry in America which began service in 1655. The Chester-Hadlyme Ferry launched service in 1769. Both ferries operate weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. and weekends from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Weather conditions, water levels, or mechanical issues can sometimes impact the operation of the ferries. CTDOT will post closures or delays on the real-time travel and traffic website CTtravelsmart.com.

For additional information on the ferries, including fares, schedules, and history, please visit CT.gov/DOT/CTferries.