Cataño Ferry / Old San Juan Ferry

2023 Guide for Visitors

San Juan  ⎜  Puerto Rico Ferries ⎜ Cataño / Old San Juan Ferry

For locals, the Cataño / Old San Juan ferry offers an easy and inexpensive way to commute to work and enjoy local activities.

For visitors in the San Juan area, the Cataño / Old San Juan ferry is a popular transportation option for those that wish to visit Bacardi Rum Distillery, the largest rum distillery in the world, one of the top places to visit in San Juan.

Location of Cataño / Old San Juan Ferry

You can catch the ferry in Old San Juan at Pier #2.  Look for the AcuaExpreso sign. 

Cost of the Ferry

The cost shown is one way.

Top Rated Tours to Casa Bacardi Distillery

+ Bacardi Distillery 

The ferry operates 7 days a week.  On average the ferry runs every 30 minutes.  During holiday hours schedule may change, please inquire in advance at the ferry ticket booth.

Please Note:  If you plan on using the ferry, we advise you to make a quick stop at the booth hours before your intended ferry ride to confirm the ferry is running and to purchase your ticket in advance.   The ferry is small and during rush hours it can get full with locals commuting.

Official Vessel Itinerary

Effective from June 1 – December 2023.  The schedule is presented in an easier-to-read format for visitors to San Juan.

Please Note:  We do our best to keep it up to date, but schedules are subject to change due to weather, ferry availability, and other factors.  For questions regarding schedule changes, please contact dtop.pr.gov

In-person:  You can purchase tickets at the ticket booth a Pier #2 in Old San Juan or Cataño terminal.  

Online:  Note that to buy tickets at a discount for infants and seniors, you must purchase them in person to show ID.  You may purchase tickets ahead online here.  If there are no tickets available online, go to the ticket office and inquire.