Wolfe Island, Simcoe Island and Howe Island Ferries
Wolfe Island
For up to date Wolfe Island Ferry schedule please visit the MTO website
Learn more about Wolfe Island Ferry Services
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Wolfe Islander IV
Where to board the ferry:
Kingston Terminal Passengers can board the ferry at the Kingston Terminal on 295 Ontario Street. For information contact Ministry of Transportation at 613-548-7227
| From Wolfe Island | From Kingston |
|---|---|
| 5:00 AM | 5:40 AM |
| 6:20 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 7:40 AM | 8:20 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 9:40 AM |
| 10:20 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 11:40 AM | 12:20 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 1:40 PM |
| 2:20 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 3:40 PM | 4:20 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 5:40 PM |
| 6:20 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 7:40 PM | 8:20 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 9:40 PM |
| 10:20 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 11:40 PM | 1:00 AM |
| 1:40 AM | 2:20 AM |
Simcoe Island
Runs on demand and takes about 10 minutes per crossing, from Wolfe Island to Simcoe Island.
Simcoe Island Ferry Hours
The Ferry Runs on Demand between the following hours:
Monday to Thursday – 5:45 a.m. to 12:15 a.m.
Friday – 5:45 a.m. to 1:15 a.m.
Saturday – 6:00 a.m. to 1:15 a.m.
Sunday – 6:00 a.m. to 12:15 a.m.
Transient Fares: Cyclist – $2.00 per trip Single Car – $10.00 round trip Truck – $20.00 round trip
| Pass Type | 2026 Price |
|---|---|
| Annual pass for a single vehicle | $300.00 |
| One additional annual pass for a single vehicle in same name | **$100.00 |
| Discounted annual pass for a single vehicle (65+) | *$270.00 |
| Discounted additional annual pass for a single vehicle in the same name | *$90.00 |
| Two way trip for single vehicle | $10.00 |
| Two way trip for single vehicle with trailer in tow | $20.00 |
| Additional charges for annual pass holder with trailer in tow | $10.00 |
| Two way trip for any heavy vehicle | $20.00 |
| Replacement fee per annual pass | $25.00 |
| Trailer pass (Island resident who has purchased a vehicle pass) | $300.00 |
| Cyclist | $2.00 |
| Friends and Family Pass (10 two-way trips for a single vehicle) | $75.00 |
Ferry Number: 613-484-3421
Howe Island
Howe Island has access to the mainland by two Ferries.
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The Howe Island County of Frontenac Ferry departs from the base of Joyceville Road connecting to Howe Island Drive on the west end. The ferry operates on demand and takes approximately 8 minutes per crossing. It is operated by the County of Frontenac in conjunction with the Ministry of Transportation.
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Fees shall only be collected when vehicles are coming onto Howe Island from either the County of Frontenac or the Township operated ferry.
| Pass Type | 2026 Price |
|---|---|
| Annual pass for a single vehicle | $300.00 |
| One additional annual pass for a single vehicle in same name | **$100.00 |
| Discounted annual pass for a single vehicle (65+) | *$270.00 |
| Discounted additional annual pass for a single vehicle in the same name | *$90.00 |
| Two way trip for single vehicle | $10.00 |
| Two way trip for single vehicle with trailer in tow | $20.00 |
| Additional charges for annual pass holder with trailer in tow | $10.00 |
| Two way trip for any heavy vehicle | $20.00 |
| Replacement fee per annual pass | $25.00 |
| Trailer pass (Island resident who has purchased a vehicle pass) | $300.00 |
| Cyclist | $2.00 |
| Friends and Family Pass (10 two-way trips for single vehicle) | $75.00 |
* These discounted fees apply to applicants who can show documentation indicating that they are 65 years of age or older during 2026.
** A second pass for $100.00 will only be available if the second vehicle involved is registered to:
- The same individual who purchased the first full-price 2026 annual pass.
- An individual who is married to or is in a common-law relationship with the full-price 2026 annual pass purchaser.
- The dependent child under the age of 18 of a full-price 2026 annual pass purchaser or the full-price pass purchaser’s married or common-law spouse.
- The dependent child over the age of 18 of a full-price 2026 annual pass purchaser or the full-price pass purchaser’s married or common-law spouse, only if the dependent child has both the same permanent address as the full-price 2026 annual pass purchaser and is attending school full-time.
- Friends and Family One Book of 10 tickets can be sold for a price of $75.00 per pass holder
2026 Howe Island Ferry Pass Application Form
Township (Foot) - 3 Car Ferry
2991 Howe Island Drive
Departs from the base of Howe Island Drive to the mainland just west of Gananoque.
Operates on demand and takes approximately 3 minutes per crossing. It is run by the Township of Frontenac Islands in conjunction with the Ministry of Transportation. Hours of Operation Daily from 6:30 am to midnight 30 minute break daily at 11:15 a.m. and 7:15 p.m.
Regular maintenance occurs on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
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