Gulf Islands Ferry Updates Operational Schedule
MANATEE COUNTY, FL (April 25, 2025) – The Gulf Islands Ferry will adjust its operational schedule for May 2025. Effective May 1, the two catamarans will shift service from five to four days-per-week, running Thursday through Sunday. Service will continue between the downtown Bradenton Riverwalk Pier and the Historic Bridge Street Pier on Anna Maria Island.
For more information and a detailed schedule, visit gulfislandsferry.com or the Bradenton Area Tourism Bureau website.
ABOUT THE GULF ISLANDS FERRY
Launched in January 2024, the Gulf Islands Ferry connects downtown Bradenton via the Historic Bridge Street Pier on Anna Maria Island. The 45-minute ride is an affordable alternative mode of travel on two sustainably powered and ADA-accessible catamarans. Up-to-date run times and scheduling can be found at gulfislandsferry.com or the Bradenton Area Tourism Bureau website. For up-to-date information on run times, tickets and scheduling, riders can call or text customer service at 727-200-6487.
For more information about Manatee County Government, visit mymanatee.org or call (941) 748-4501. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ManateeGov.
