Strait Passage

St. MaartentoSt. Barts

Great Bay Express - Round Trip

Round-trip ferry between Philipsburg and St. Barts with Great Bay Express.

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From

$175/person

What's included

  • Outbound and return ferry
  • Philipsburg departure
  • Operator-confirmed schedule

The crossing

Strait Passage coordinates every leg of your St. Maarten to St. Barts journey, bundling 2 services into a single booking and one confirmation. No juggling operators, schedules, or terminals — just one itinerary.

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About this journey

Simpson Bay and the Princess Juliana runway seen from the hills above Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Departing · SXM / SFG

St. Maarten & Saint-Martin

Regional air hub with Dutch and French ports on one island.

The southern Dutch country of Sint Maarten and the northern French collectivity of Saint-Martin share one island. Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM), Grand Case Airport (SFG), Philipsburg, and Marigot make it a practical connection point for nearby islands.

  • Maho Beach beside the SXM runway
  • Philipsburg and Marigot waterfronts
  • Grand Case restaurants and Orient Bay
  • Ferry and regional-air connections
Gustavia harbour and its red roofs at dusk, St. Barthélemy

Arriving · SBH

St. Barthélemy

A small French collectivity reached by regional aircraft or ferry.

St. Barthélemy is a French overseas collectivity with its main harbour in Gustavia and a short-runway airport at Saint-Jean. Visitors connect from nearby hubs by small aircraft, helicopter, ferry, or private vessel; the island has no long-haul airport.

  • Gustavia harbour and Swedish-period buildings
  • Gouverneur, Saline, and Shell beaches
  • Short-runway arrivals at Saint-Jean
  • Restaurants and shops around Gustavia

Frequently asked questions

How much does the St. Maarten to St. Barts transfer cost?

The Great Bay Express - Round Trip starts at $175 per person, bundling 2 coordinated services into one booking. Final pricing is confirmed when you select your travel date.

How do I get from St. Maarten to St. Barts?

Round-trip ferry between Philipsburg and St. Barts with Great Bay Express. Choose your date to see live departures and availability.

Can I book the St. Maarten to St. Barts crossing online?

Yes. Select your travel date and passenger count to see real-time availability and confirm securely online. You'll receive an email confirmation with your itinerary.

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