Maine scenic cruises don’t end in October!
Did you know many Maine ferries run all year-long? Casco Bay Lines offers many opportunities to get out on the Bay with a variety of scenic cruises in Maine offering different destinations, durations, and departure times. Pack a lunch; bring your camera, binoculars, and a warm sweater. You are welcome to bring your own food and drink on all cruises.
Choose an adventure to fit your schedule and interest. Trip times vary based upon route and cargo volume.
Photo credit: Casco Bay Ferry by Tom Holland
Duration: 17 minutes (one-way)
Take this 17 minute crossing to Peaks Island where you can hike, rent a bike, spend a day at the beach, explore the tidal pools or enjoy lunch or dinner at one of the island restaurants. Year round availability.
Duration: 2.5-3.5 hours (roundtrip)
An integral part of our island communities, the Mailboat is a true working boat carrying passengers, mail and freight to the islands of Casco Bay—Little Diamond, Great Diamond, Long, Cliff and Chebeague. As the longest-operating service of its kind, this tour is a wonderful way to see the sights of the Bay. Year round availability.
Narration provided with 10 or more cruise passengers.
Duration: 2.5-2.75 hours (roundtrip)
Portland shimmers in the distance as you relax in the twilight of a perfect Maine day. Enjoy evening breezes as we navigate our way through Casco Bay. Year round availability.
Narration provided with 10 or more cruise passengers.
Duration: 2-2.5 hours (roundtrip)
Join our crew on a peaceful dawn departure through the awakening islands. Observe sea birds, seals, and an occasional deer along the shoreline. Watch the lobstermen and the local fishing fleet as they get underway from their docks and moorings. Year round availability.
Narration provided with 10 or more cruise passengers.
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Choose an adventure to fit your schedule and interest. Trip times vary based upon route and cargo volume.
Photo credit: Casco Bay Ferry by Tom Holland
Peaks Island
Duration: 17 minutes (one-way)
Take this 17 minute crossing to Peaks Island where you can hike, rent a bike, spend a day at the beach, explore the tidal pools or enjoy lunch or dinner at one of the island restaurants. Year round availability.
Mailboat Run
Duration: 2.5-3.5 hours (roundtrip)
An integral part of our island communities, the Mailboat is a true working boat carrying passengers, mail and freight to the islands of Casco Bay—Little Diamond, Great Diamond, Long, Cliff and Chebeague. As the longest-operating service of its kind, this tour is a wonderful way to see the sights of the Bay. Year round availability.
Narration provided with 10 or more cruise passengers.
Sunset Run
Duration: 2.5-2.75 hours (roundtrip)
Portland shimmers in the distance as you relax in the twilight of a perfect Maine day. Enjoy evening breezes as we navigate our way through Casco Bay. Year round availability.
Narration provided with 10 or more cruise passengers.
Sunrise on the Bay
Duration: 2-2.5 hours (roundtrip)
Join our crew on a peaceful dawn departure through the awakening islands. Observe sea birds, seals, and an occasional deer along the shoreline. Watch the lobstermen and the local fishing fleet as they get underway from their docks and moorings. Year round availability.
Narration provided with 10 or more cruise passengers.
CHECK CRUISES SCHEDULE >