Jan. 2012 - Ferry service between the Baja Peninsula and the mainland was minimal and even discontinued up until 1999 when Baja Ferry, a private company, took the initiative and set up a route between Santa Rosalia and Guaymas. The route between these towns is considerably less significant and reliable than the other ferry system which connects La Paz to the mainland.
The ferry that departs from Santa Rosalia provides transportation for both people and vehicles. The trip is comfortable, and it lasts between 7 and 9 hours, depending on the weather conditions. People who intend to take their vehicle on the main land will have to own a vehicle permit and auto insurance. The best moment to obtain these documents is when you cross the border to Mexico.
The schedule of the ferry fromSanta Rosalia changes frequently, so the best option is to visit the website http://www.ferrysantarosalia.com or contact the company by phone 800-505-5018 and email ventas@ferrysantarosalia.com. Here is the current schedule for the Santa Rosalia –Guaymas ferry.
Departure from
Guaymas
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Arrival to Sta. Rosalia
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Departure from
Sta. Rosalia
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Arrival to Guaymas
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Monday
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08:00 PM
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-
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-
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-
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Tuesday
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08:00 PM
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07:00 AM
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09:00 AM
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06:00 PM
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Wednesday
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-
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07:00 AM
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09:00 AM
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06:00 PM
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Thursday
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08:00 PM
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-
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-
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-
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Friday
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08:00 PM
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07:00 AM
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09:00 AM
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06:00 PM
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Saturday
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08:00 PM
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07:00 AM
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09:00 AM
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06:00 PM
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Sunday
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-
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07:00 AM
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09:00 AM
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-
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Monday
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-
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-
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-
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06:00 PM
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The tickets can be purchased byphone, from a travel agency, or from the ferry office in Santa Rosalia andGuaymas.
Toll Free: 800-505-5018
Santa Rosalia:
Transpeninsular Highway, Km. 196,Exterior Transportation Terminal, No. 3, Port Precinct, Santa Rosalia, Baja California Sur, 23920.
615-152-1264, 615-152-1486
Guaymas:
Ferry Terminal, Port Precinct, s/n,Punta Arena Colony, Guaymas, Sonora 85400.
622-222-0204, 622-222-8486
The prices are subject to change without notice, so here is the most recent list of prices for both people and vehicles.
One Way Trip
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Roundtrip
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Saloon
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Adults
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$60
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$110
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Children under 11
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$30
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$55
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Cabins
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Adults
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$70
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$125
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Children under 11
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$35
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$65
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Motorcycles
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$105
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$205
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Cars up to 5.4 Mts.
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$235
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$425
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Pick-up ups up to 7 Mts.
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$405
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$770
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Trailers between 15 and 18 Mts.
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$850
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$1525
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The original prices are in pesos. Theexchange rate used is $1 = 13.61 pesos.
Mt. = Metric Ton = 1000 kg.
The ferries that connect La Paz with Mazatlan and Topolobampo are comfortable, and provide various amenities.Travelers can enjoy spending time in the restaurant and the bar. For additional comfort, there are several cabins available for rent. The cabins can accommodate up to 4 passengers, and they come with a private bath.
With its speed of 22-23 knots, the ferry gets to Mazatlan in 12 hours and to Topolobampo in just 6 hours. The schedule for these two routes is quite reliable, but it is always useful to have a look at the website http://www.bajaferries.com/ before arranging any trip. Here is the schedule for both Topolobampo and Mazatlan:
Departs From
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Arrives To
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Departure
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Arrival
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Day of Departure
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Mazatlán
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La Paz
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04:00 PM
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08:00 AM
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Monday, Wednesday, Friday
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La Paz
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Mazatlán
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06:00 PM
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10:00 AM
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Tuesday, Thursday
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La Paz
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Mazatlán
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05: 00 PM
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09:00 AM
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Sunday
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Departs From
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Arrives To
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Departure
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Arrival
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Day of Departure
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Topolobampo
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La Paz
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11:00 PM
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06:00 AM
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Sunday
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La Paz
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Topolobampo
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02:3o PM
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09:00 PM
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Monday-Friday
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La Paz
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Topolobampo
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11: 00 PM
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06:00 AM
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Saturday
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At this moment, travelers will need to pay the following prices for the La Paz – Topolobampo and La Paz –Mazatlan routes:
Topolobampo
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Mazatlan
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Adult
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$60
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Adult
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65
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Children between 3 and 11
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$30
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Children between 3 and 11
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$35
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Private Cabin
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$55
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Private Cabin
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$55 or $35
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Cars up to 5.4 Mts.
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$80
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Cars up to 5.4 Mts.
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$165
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Pick-up, Van
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$140
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Pick-up, Van
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$230
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Bus
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$550
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Bus
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$785
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Recreational Van
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$565
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Recreational Van
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$1105
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Motorcycle
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$60
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Motorcycle
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$140
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The price for the private cabin comes in addition to the fare that each passenger has to pay.
The original prices are in pesos. The exchange rate used is $1 = 13.61 pesos.
Mt. = Metric Ton = 1000 kg.
People who are located in San Jose del Cabo and want to use the ferry will have to make a two hour trip to La Paz. Purchases can be made with a debit/credit card by contacting Baja Ferries Call Center or directly from the ferry terminals. According to your location, choose one of the following phone numbers and addresses:
Toll Free - 800-337 7437 (only for Mexico)
La Paz
Ignacio Allende No. 1025, Col.Centro, C.P. 23000, La Paz, B.C.S.
612-123-6600
Topolobampo
Instalaciones API y Muelle de Contene-dores, C.P. 81370
668-862-1003
Mazatlan
Ave. Emilio Barragán y ProlongaciónCarnaval S/N, Fracc. Playa Sur, C.P. 82040, Instalaciones API
669-985-0470
San Jose del Cabo
Plaza Guaymitas, Carr.Transpeninsular (San José-La Paz), Local # 6.
624-142-4610
The Topolobampo-La Paz-Topolobampo ferry is excellent. We rent a cabin and sleep for the 6-7 hour ride. Saves us a day and a half of driving and two overnight stays on the way to Baja Sur. One addition to the information above is that you can also make and pay for reservations directly through www.bajaferries.com
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