Motorcycles on the Port Aransas Ferry

The ferry between Port Aransas and Aransas Pass runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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It's free, which astonishes us no end.

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I've counted 7 ferry boats operating at the same time, and still there can be a line 2 miles long. The wait is never horrible but it can be frustrating ------ unless you're on a motorcycle.

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If you're on a motorcycle you pull to the shoulder and fly by all the cars and trucks in line! How cool is that! When you arrive at the head of the line they send you straight to the departing ferry! You get on the boat feeling all smug and entitled, but there is one firm rule. You must keep one hand on the bike. They won't be responsible if it dumps over.