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Palm Island Transit Car Ferry Service to Palm Island Resort, Palm Island, Knight Island and north end of Don Pedro Isla

10/02/2026

2026- HOLIDAY FERRY HOURS

Thanksgiving Week:
Sunday, November 22th through Friday, November 27th - 11:00 PM
Saturday, November 28th – Midnight
Sunday, November 29th – Resuming normal hours

Christmas Holidays:
Sunday, December 20st through Friday, December 25th11:00 PM
Thursday, December 23th Christmas Eve -1:00 AM
Saturday, December 26th – Midnight
Sunday, December 27th, Through Wednesday, December30th 11pm December 31st New Year’s Eve – 1:00 AM

2027:
Friday January, 1st 11:00pm
Saturday January, 2nd 12:00 Midnight
Sunday January, 3th - Resuming normal hours

08/06/2026

Due to weather conditions and lightning within 1/2 mile of the barge we will be temporarily shutting down. We will resume operations when safe to do so. Thank you for your patience.

07/10/2026

Due to gusty wind conditions, transit service may experience delays. Operations will resume once conditions are safe.

07/01/2026

This year marks a historic milestone as our nation celebrates 250 years of freedom, independence, and the enduring spirit that has united Americans since 1776.

In observance of Independence Day and America's 250th Anniversary, the Palm Island Transit office will be closed on Friday, July 3rd.

Ferry operations will continue on their normal schedule without interruption.

The office will resume normal business hours on Monday, July 6th.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend as we celebrate 250 years of American independence and honor the generations of Americans whose sacrifice, service, and dedication have preserved the freedoms we enjoy today.

06/24/2026

We would like to recognize three young men who recently demonstrated exceptional honesty and character while traveling aboard our ferry service.
Dylan Campanella, John Mertz, and Logan Rooney found a woman's wallet containing cash and personal belongings. Rather than walking away or keeping any of the contents, they immediately turned it over to the captain so it could be returned to its rightful owner.
Acts like these remind us that integrity, honesty, and doing the right thing are values that still thrive in our community. These young men set a tremendous example for others and deserve recognition for their actions.
On behalf of everyone at Palm Island Transit, thank you, Dylan, John, and Logan. Your honesty did not go unnoticed, and we are proud to recognize you for doing the right thing.

06/16/2026

Please be advised that the U.S. Coast Guard will be conducting a scheduled inspection of our vessel operations on Thursday morning starting at 9am.
During this time, normal operations may be temporarily impacted, and delays should be expected while the inspection is underway. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work with the Coast Guard to ensure the continued safety and compliance of our operations.
We will make every effort to minimize disruptions and resume normal service as quickly as possible.

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, the Palm Island Transit Office will be closed on Monday, May 25.

Normal office operations will resume on the following business day. We encourage customers to plan ahead for any office related needs.

As we honor and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

-Palm island Transit Management

05/13/2026

Dear Island Residents,
Please be advised that beginning on Monday, May 18th at 10:00 PM, necessary repair work will commence on the island-side landing to ensure the continued safety and reliability of the facility.
This project will involve the use of generators, heavy equipment, and pile driving operations as crews work to complete critical structural repairs to the landing area. Residents may experience increased noise levels and periodic activity throughout the duration of the work.
We understand this may cause some inconvenience, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and cooperation as these important improvements are completed. Every effort will be made to perform the work as safely and efficiently as possible while minimizing disruptions to residents and island operations.
Times may change based on weather and contractor availability. Additional updates regarding the project schedule or operational impacts will be communicated as they become available.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

05/08/2026

Please be advised that on Wednesday, May 13th, beginning around 10:00 AM, there will be a high volume of concrete trucks and semi-trucks traveling throughout the area during the day. This will likely result in traffic congestion and possible delays. Please plan accordingly and allow extra travel time.

04/07/2026

Current conditions indicate this front is stronger than initially forecasted. As of now, NOAA has issued a Gale Warning just north of Tampa, with the advisory continuing to shift southward since yesterday. Winds are expected to increase throughout today and persist through Thursday night, with gusts potentially reaching gale force.

Operational impacts are likely, including delays and possible restrictions for high-profile vehicles due to elevated wind conditions. Additionally, tides are expected to run lower than normal.

Please plan accordingly and use caution during this period.

6NM SW Manasota Key FL
Marine Zone Forecast..SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

Today
Northeast winds 10 to 15 knots. Gusts up to 25 knots this afternoon. Seas 2 to 3 feet. Wave detail: northwest 3 feet at 7 seconds and northeast 1 foot at 3 seconds. Bay and inland waters a moderate chop. A chance of thunderstorms. Showers likely, mainly this morning.
Tonight
Northeast winds 20 to 25 knots with gusts up to 30 knots. Seas 3 to 5 feet, occasionally to 6 feet. Wave detail: northeast 4 feet at 4 seconds and northwest 3 feet at 7 seconds. Bay and inland waters rough. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening.
Wednesday
Northeast winds 15 to 20 knots with gusts up to 30 knots. Seas 3 to 5 feet, occasionally to 6 feet. Wave detail: northeast 3 feet at 4 seconds and northwest 3 feet at 7 seconds. Bay and inland waters choppy. A chance of showers. A slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night
Northeast winds 20 to 25 knots with gusts up to 30 knots. Seas 3 to 5 feet, occasionally to 6 feet. Wave detail: north 4 feet at 5 seconds. Bay and inland waters rough. A slight chance of thunderstorms in the evening. A chance of showers.
Thursday
Northeast winds 15 to 20 knots with gusts up to 25 knots. Seas 2 to 4 feet, occasionally to 5 feet. Wave detail: north 3 feet at 5 seconds. Bay and inland waters choppy. A chance of showers. A slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Thursday Night
Northeast winds 15 to 20 knots with gusts up to 25 knots. Seas 2 to 4 feet, occasionally to 5 feet. Wave detail: north 3 feet at 5 seconds. Bay and inland waters choppy. A slight chance of showers in the evening.
Friday
Northeast winds 10 to 15 knots. Seas 2 to 3 feet. Bay and inland waters a moderate chop.
Friday Night
Northeast winds around 15 knots. Seas 2 to 3 feet. Bay and inland waters a moderate chop.
Saturday
Northeast winds 10 to 15 knots. Seas 2 to 3 feet. Bay and inland waters a moderate chop.

winds and seas higher in and near thunderstorms.

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7075 Placida Road
Englewood, FL
33946

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 11pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 11pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 11pm
Thursday 6:30am - 11pm
Friday 6:30am - 11pm
Saturday 6:30am - 12am
Sunday 6:30am - 11pm

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+19416978809

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