Amherst Island Ferry

The Amherst Island Ferry runs year-round on the following schedule:

From Stella

The ferry departs on the hour running from 6 a.m. until 1 a.m.

From Millhaven

The ferry departs on the half-hour running from 6:30 a.m. until 1:30 a.m.

Crossing time

The crossing time is 20 minutes and the ferry will not be held for late arrivals.

Electronic payments are accepted for the onboard purchase of single fares and bulk ticket books. Please have your debit/credit card or mobile device ready for payment upon boarding. Payment may be made using VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Interac, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.

The use of the tap method for electronic payment is preferred.

Ferry Office Hours

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays only

• Morning: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Afternoon: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

Telephone: 613-386-7351, ext. 400. 

Register to receive ferry service notifications via text, phone call or email. Service alerts are delivered via the Township's emergency notification provider, Code Red.

Regular ferry maintenance is usually scheduled in advance and communicated via notifications, the Amherst Island Ferry Facebook and X/Twitter social media accounts, ferry dock signs, and the Township website.

• Pay attention to ferry crew and follow any instructions
• Don't use your cell phone when embarking or disembarking
• Maximum overhead clearance of 13 feet – contact the ferry office to discuss

Passenger terminal buildings in Millhaven  and Stella were opened for public use on February 28, 2022. The passenger terminal buildings provide passenger & staff facilities including restrooms, waiting areas and offices.

The redeveloped terminals also provide a paved parking area, bike racks and pedestrian sidewalks.

In the event of an emergency, the ferry will prioritize emergency vehicles. This may include the removal of vehicles to make room for emergency vehicles and could mean returning to the mainland mid-trip before resuming the normal schedule.