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To reach the Gangasagar Island one needs to cross the Hoogly river, which can be crossed from two points Harwood Point (also called Kakdwip Lot No 8) or Namkhana Ferry Point. The ferry service from mainland to Gangasagar island operates throughout the day, with multiple departure times depending on the season and specific ferry operators. The ferry journey takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour, starting from mainland India to Sagar Island. After the ferry ride, visitors typically take a private car, bus or other local transport to reach Gangasagar.
The Govt ferry services are sometimes suspended for 6 hours during low tide, twice every day depending upon day of the month hence it is advisable to check the exact Gangasagar ferry trimings with local operators or tour agencies ahead of time, especially if you're planning to visit during festivals or busy periods.
Gangasagar Ferry Timings From KakdwiP lot No 8, Also Called Harwood Point
Departure From
Lot 8 Harwood Point Side
Start Time 6.15 am.
Last Ferry Time 21.30(9.30)pm.
Kachuberia Side
Start Time 5.30 am.
End Time 10.00(20.00) pm.
Frequency of Services Every 45 minutes.
Services are suspended for 6 hours twice during 1 cycle of 24 hours due to low tide. Exact time can only be provided 1 day previous to date of journey. Call us for exact timings.
Ticket Price Rs 10
Gangasagar Ferry Timings From Harwood Point Namkhana Rate Fare Government Private Charges
Gangasagar Ferry Timings Rate Fare Government Private Charges
Gangasagar Private Ferry Timings From Harwood Point Namkhana Charges
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Gangasagar Ferry Timings
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Private Gangasagar Ferry Or Boat Services
Private luxury boats and Launches are also available for crossing the Hoogly river both from Harwood point as well as Namkhana throughout the day.
Cost of these luxury boats depend upon the capacity of tourists. A small luxury boat with sleepiing area, toilets, etc with a capacity of 15 persons will cost you Rs 6500/- both ways, while a bigger capacity vessel of 50 person will cost 15-18000 depending upon the season. These are both way charges for a single day tour.
Gangasagar Ferry Timings From Namkhana Ferry Ghat
Departure From
Namkhana Ferry Ghat Side
Start Time 6.00 am.
Last Ferry Time 16.30(4.30)pm.
Kachuberia Side
Start Time 6.00 am.
Last Ferry Time 16.30(4.30)pm.
Frequency of Services Every 60 minutes.
Services are sometimes suspended for 1-2 hours due to low tide.
Ticket Price Rs 40
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Q: What is the running time of ferry to Gangasagar island?
A: Ferry runs between the island and mainland starts from 6 am and ends at 10 pm.
Q: When does the ferry services get suspended?
A: Ferry Services are suspended during low tide for 6 hours, and sometimes due to bad weather. But those situations are predictable and can be easily managed by travel agencies who operate tours on regular basis.
Q: Are there reserved private ferry services available to book?
A: Yes Private ferry or luxury boats can be booked but the cost will be around 6500 for a small one and may go to 18000 for higher capacity ones.
Q: How safe is the ferry services?
A: The ferry services Govt. one as well as private ones are 100% percent safe.
Q: Are the shared ferries very crowded?
A: The ferries are generally not very much crowded but the 1st or 2nd ferry that starts after suspention of services tend to be a little over crowded.