How to get to Martha's Vineyard
The Martha's Vineyard airport is one arrival point; a mainland ferry is another. Choose the route by considering where you will begin, whether you need a car on the island and where you will stay. A flight reaches the island itself. A journey through Cape Cod involves a separate road connection and a crossing, so the port and its departure time matter as much as the flight into Boston.
Woods Hole has a year-round ferry to Vineyard Haven, while other routes and the Oak Bluffs terminal depend on the season. Check the return crossing before arranging the rest of your trip. Our ferry guide explains the ports, vehicle reservations and check-in, and the area guide helps match an arrival point with your base.
Once on the island, a bus, bicycle or car can suit different plans. Distances on a map do not show how much time a connection or a pickup will take. Allow room between each part of the journey, especially if your flight and ferry are booked separately.
Our take: explore after arrival
Once on the island, an e-bike outing can start at an agreed island location; it is not an airport transfer.
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An island activity after arrival
A guided e-bike outing is an island activity; arrange its meeting point separately from your airport and ferry journey.
Airport taxis and transfers from Boston Logan (BOS)
Boston Logan is a mainland gateway, so a taxi or prearranged transfer to Cape Cod covers the road portion of the trip. The ferry crossing and onward island journey need their own planning. Start by choosing the sailing and then use the exact address of its departure terminal as the destination when checking a transfer.
Confirm the pickup point at the airport, the terminal address and availability when booking. Allow time for collecting luggage, road traffic, check-in and any transfer between a mainland parking area and the dock. A later sailing can be useful if a flight is delayed, but check the actual return and change conditions for each booking.
Public transport is another way to reach Woods Hole. The October 2026 bus timetable from Logan gives two hours for that road leg; this is a bus schedule value, not a promise for a taxi. Add time for the airport arrival and the ferry rather than treating the road time as the whole journey.
Book a fixed-price transfer from Boston Logan Airport to Cape Cod (ferry gateway) on Welcome Pickups.
Martha's Vineyard Airport (MVY)
MVY is on the island, whereas BOS is on the mainland. Compare the flight itinerary with the location of your accommodation and the onward transport you need. Check the actual flight dates and connections for your journey before building a fixed itinerary around them.
At MVY, taxis and buses provide onward options. The airport identifies a taxi stand at Gate 4 and describes bus connections to the island’s communities. Check the day’s schedule and whether your destination requires a change. Ask about the fare and pickup arrangements before starting a taxi journey.
Car rental and parking
A rental car collected at Boston Logan can be used for the mainland drive. Decide in advance whether to leave it on the mainland or take a vehicle to the island. The two choices have different bookings and costs: parking and a shuttle belong to the first; a vehicle reservation and ferry fare belong to the second.
For the Woods Hole crossing, reserve a vehicle in advance and check the vehicle length against the applicable fare. Mainland parking may involve a shuttle to the terminal, so allow time for unloading and boarding it. On the island, check the parking rules at each destination and the conditions of your rental before committing to a vehicle crossing.
Buses and bikes on the island
The island bus network serves all six communities, but the practical connection depends on the day, route and season. Check the schedule for both directions and leave a margin before a ferry or flight. A stop near your destination does not by itself tell you when the last suitable return service runs.
Bicycles work well for some Down-Island trips and the State Forest. Shared paths do not cover every road, and Up-Island roads can be narrow. Bus bike racks have limited capacity; check current arrangements for an e-bike. Our biking guide covers routes and etiquette, while things to do helps you choose stops that fit the time available.
FAQ
Which airport is on Martha’s Vineyard?
MVY is on the island. Boston Logan, BOS, is on the mainland and requires a further connection to reach the island.
Should I book the car ferry ahead?
For the Woods Hole vehicle crossing, reserve the car in advance. Check the sailing and vehicle details for both directions.
Can I arrive without a car?
Yes. Foot passengers can use the ferry and plan onward travel by bus, taxi or bicycle. Check the day’s connections and your accommodation location before choosing.