Cross Sound Ferry runs from Orient Point to New London, Connecticut, and it is one of the things that makes the far end of the North Fork feel connected to somewhere bigger.
Quick facts
Town: Orient Point
Type: Ferry / transportation / day-trip connection
Best for: New England trips, avoiding long drives, day trips, car ferry travel, Orient outings
Address: 41270 Main Road, Orient Point
Website: longislandferry.com
Instagram: @crosssoundferry
Why people go
Instead of driving all the way around through New York City or Connecticut traffic, you can drive to Orient, get on the ferry, and cross the Sound. It turns the trip into part of the experience.
What to expect
Check current hours, menus, reservations, event details, and seasonal policies before going. The experience can change by day and season, especially on weekends and during the summer.
Best for
- New England trips
- avoiding long drives
- day trips
- car ferry travel
- Orient outings
How to work it into a North Fork day
Cross Sound Ferry works well as part of a Orient Point day. Build it into the route with nearby restaurants, shops, wineries, farm stands, beaches, or village walks depending on where you are headed.
NoFo Times note
Cross Sound Ferry is part of what makes the far end of the North Fork feel special. There is something great about driving all the way out to Orient, boarding the ferry, and watching Long Island fade behind you.
Official site
For current hours, menus, reservations, events, and visit details:
longislandferry.com