M/V Nathaniel Bowditch

The Nathaniel Bowditch is a 92-foot high-speed catamaran. It has a capacity of 149 passengers. Twin diesel engines drive the vessel to a top speed of 30 knots, meaning she can make the trip between Salem and Boston in only 45 minutes!

The main deck features walk-around deck space with an enclosed cabin with a full-service snack bar and booth-style seating. The second deck is open air with a partially covered space aft of the bridge.

The Bowditch is ADA-accessible and has restrooms onboard for your comfort.

The main cabin

The second deck

The Bowditch inbound Boston Harbor

The ferry prepares to dock at Central Wharf

Our onboard bar is fully stocked