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Depending on the operator and season, the journey may be offered as a direct sector or as part of a sailing pattern that calls at Havelock. Always check the exact itinerary shown for your selected ferry.
Quick Route Facts
- Route
- Port Blair → Neil Island
- Departure
- Usually Haddo Jetty for private ferries
- Arrival
- Neil Island Jetty, Shaheed Dweep
- Journey
- Often around 1.5–2.5 hours depending on the service and routing
- Operators
- Availability changes by season and date
- Important
- Check whether the selected sailing is direct or routed via Havelock
Schedules and fares vary by travel date. Search your date above for current availability on the Port Blair to Neil Island sector.
Port Blair to Neil Island Ferry Schedule
Ferry patterns on this route can vary. Some services may continue through Havelock while others may operate differently according to the season and vessel schedule.
Search your actual travel date to see the current departure, arrival and journey duration.
Port Blair to Neil Island Ferry Ticket Price
Ticket prices vary by operator, seating class, vessel and sailing pattern. Search your date above for current fares.
Where Do I Board the Ferry from Port Blair to Neil Island?
Most private ferries depart from Haddo Jetty in Port Blair. Government ferry services generally use their designated government terminal.
Always use the reporting location stated on your confirmed ticket.
How to Board the Port Blair to Neil Island Ferry
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Verify the route on your ticket
Check whether the service operates directly or includes an intermediate Havelock call.
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Reach the correct Port Blair jetty early
Plan to report approximately 45–60 minutes before departure unless instructed otherwise.
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Present your ticket and photo ID
Complete operator check-in and baggage formalities.
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Board for Shaheed Dweep
Follow crew instructions and keep your ticket accessible.
Is the Port Blair to Neil Island Ferry Direct?
The operating pattern can vary by ferry company and season. Some ferry services may call at Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) as part of the journey before continuing to Neil Island.
The booking result should clearly display the departure, arrival and expected duration for your chosen sailing.
If the ferry calls at Havelock as part of the same service, follow the crew's instructions about whether passengers continuing to Neil should remain onboard.
Arriving at Neil Island
Passenger ferries arrive at Neil Island Jetty on Shaheed Dweep, close to the Bharatpur area.
Local taxis, auto-rickshaws and pre-arranged transfers can take you to hotels and sightseeing locations.
If you arrive with a large group or during peak season, arranging the transfer before sailing is more convenient.
Neil First or Havelock First?
Both island sequences can work, but ferry availability is often the deciding factor.
Compare ferry timings for your dates, hotel availability, length of stay on each island, your final return ferry to Port Blair, and arrival and departure flight times.
A good itinerary should be built around confirmed transport rather than assuming a particular island order.
Compare all Andaman ferry operators on our Andaman ferry booking page.
Port Blair to Neil Island Ferry Travel Tips
- Confirm the exact route pattern before booking.
- Keep ticket and ID ready.
- Book early when your itinerary depends on one particular sailing.
- Pre-arrange your Neil Island pickup.
- Avoid scheduling important activities immediately after the published arrival time.
- Check live schedules again if travelling during periods of rough weather.
Planning your crossing
Frequently Asked Questions
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