The cheapest Andaman ferry depends on the route, travel date, class, passenger group and final fees. Compare current totals rather than treating an older Green Ocean or government fare as today’s cheapest option. This guide explains what to check before choosing a budget ticket.
Compare Green Ocean Economy with other available cabins
Green Ocean Economy is one class to compare when available. The older Rs 1,100 example is a historical base fare, not a live offer or current lowest-price claim. Check the assigned vessel and journey time.
Green Ocean 1 is known for its open-deck layout, but access depends on crew instructions and conditions. Do not choose a ferry on the assumption that a slower crossing guarantees less motion sickness.
Government ferry: get a current tourist quote
Older Port Blair–Havelock government references of Rs 400 to Rs 700 are historical and unverified for current tourist categories and fee inclusions. Confirm a current DSS/STARS quote before comparing.
Check tourist eligibility, the current release notice and available seats directly with DSS/STARS. This guide does not verify a universal two-day release window or a fixed sell-out time. See the government ferry guide.
Cheapest fares by operator
These are historical base-fare examples only, not current totals or a ranking. Check current availability and fees for each option:
| Operator | Cheapest class | From | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Ocean | Economy | Rs 1,100 | Historical example; confirm GO1 and deck access |
| Makruzz | Premium | Rs 1,250 | Check current departure and class |
| Nautika | Luxury | Rs 1,250 | Check current cabin and amenities |
| ITT Majestic | Silver | Rs 1,564 | No separate fuel surcharge in BYF checkout configuration |
| Government | Standard | Rs 400–700 | Historical, unverified; confirm tourist category and fees with DSS |
BYF private checkout adds the Rs 50 Port Service Fee per passenger, per leg: a government fee levied by the Port Authority. Configured fuel surcharges are Makruzz Rs 325, Nautika Rs 325 and Green Ocean Rs 300; no separate ITT Majestic fuel surcharge is added. Apply any displayed discounts and compare the final total. These private-checkout rules do not establish government-ticket charges or GST inclusion.
How to pay less
The fare you see isn’t the only thing you control. A few moves keep costs down:
- Book the lowest class. Economy or Premium gets you the same 90-minute crossing as a Royal cabin. You’re paying for deck position and seat comfort, not a faster boat.
- Book early. The cheapest classes sell out first in peak season. Last-minute often means only the expensive seats are left.
- Factor in surcharges. A headline fare with a Rs 325 fuel surcharge can cost more than a slightly higher fare without one. Compare the final total.
- Travel off-peak if you can. Demand and availability shift through the year — the cheapest classes are easier to get outside the October-to-May rush. Check the best time to visit Andaman for the trade-offs.
Compare every operator’s final price side by side on the Port Blair to Havelock ferry route page.
Is the cheapest ferry worth it?
A lower-priced sailing can be a sensible choice if its departure, journey time and ticket conditions work for you. Compare those details before trading flexibility or comfort for a lower price.
Check the actual seat map, amenities and total. No operator is guaranteed cheapest; the best budget choice is the lowest suitable complete quote for your own itinerary.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest ferry in Andaman?
No operator is always cheapest. Compare final totals for your route and date, including the port fee and any configured fuel surcharge. Historical examples are not live quotes.
Is the government ferry cheaper than private ferries?
Historical government references may be lower than private base fares, but current tourist eligibility, category and fee inclusions require DSS/STARS confirmation. Compare a current eligible quote rather than assuming a fixed saving.
What’s the cheapest way to get to Havelock?
Compare the lowest suitable classes across the available sailings, then review the final price for every passenger and leg. Check DSS/STARS separately if considering a government ferry.
Why do Andaman ferry prices vary so much?
Prices vary by operator, departure, class, available discounts and fees. BYF checkout adds configured fuel charges for Makruzz, Nautika and Green Ocean, but no separate ITT Majestic fuel surcharge.