[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":334},["ShallowReactive",2],{"article-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry":3,"all-articles":124},{"slug":4,"html":5,"toc":6,"faqItems":69,"meta":86,"article":94},"neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry","\u003Ch2 id=\"neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-2026-all-4-operators-run-direct-pick-the-right-one-for-your-flight\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-2026-all-4-operators-run-direct-pick-the-right-one-for-your-flight\">\u003Cspan>Neil Island to Port Blair Ferry 2026: All 4 Operators Run Direct (Pick the Right One for Your Flight)\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>The \u003Cstrong>Neil Island to Port Blair ferry\u003C/strong> is the easiest direction in the Andaman ferry network — and it’s the inverse of the outbound. Where \u003Ca href=\"/port-blair-to-neil-island-ferry\">Port Blair to Neil\u003C/a> has no direct private service in 2026, the return direction is covered by all four private operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic) plus the government ferry. Multiple daily departures, full schedule flexibility, and a 75-120 minute crossing depending on operator. The hard part isn’t finding a ferry — it’s matching the right departure to your Port Blair flight time.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cblockquote>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Quick answer if you’re in a hurry:\u003C/strong> Most travelers should book the \u003Cstrong>11:30 AM Makruzz Premium\u003C/strong> (Rs 1,550, ~90 min, arrives Port Blair around 1:00 PM) for late-afternoon flights, or the \u003Cstrong>9:00 AM Nautika Luxury\u003C/strong> (Rs 1,100, ~90 min, arrives ~10:30 AM) for early-afternoon flights with airport buffer. Compare current schedules and book on \u003Ca href=\"/\">BookYourFerry\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/blockquote>\n\u003Cdiv class=\"key-fact\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The schedule asymmetry to understand:\u003C/strong> Port Blair → Neil has no direct private ferry (you route via Havelock). Neil → Port Blair has all four operators running direct daily. The reason: vessels reposition overnight at Havelock or Neil and return to Port Blair direct in the morning. Outbound, they prioritize the higher-demand Port Blair-Havelock leg.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>TL;DR Key Takeaways:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>All 4 private operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic) run direct Neil → Port Blair\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>8-10 daily private departures combined in peak season (vs 1 govt ferry)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Journey time: 75 minutes (Nautika Pro), 90 minutes (Makruzz, Nautika, ITT), 120 minutes (Green Ocean)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Fares: Rs 725 (government), Rs 1,050-1,550 (private economy/luxury), up to Rs 3,400 (Nautika Pro Business)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Latest practical departure: 3:30 PM Makruzz (arrives Port Blair ~5:00 PM)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>For Port Blair flights after 7 PM: book any operator, schedule has plenty of options\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>For Port Blair flights before 4 PM: book a morning departure, no afternoon ferry will get you there in time\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Operator\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Daily Returns\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Cheapest Class\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Fastest\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Latest Departure\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2-3\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Premium Rs 1,550\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>3:30 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2-3\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Luxury Rs 1,100\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1:30 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika Pro\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Luxury Rs 1,550\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>75 min\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1:30 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Green Ocean\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1-2\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Economy Rs 1,050\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>120 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2:00 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>ITT Majestic\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Silver Rs 1,700\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>80 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>11:45 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Government (STARS)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 675 + PSF\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90-120 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Varies\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"/\">Check live Neil → Port Blair return ferry availability →\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"/images/articles/general/jetty_waiting_area.webp\" alt=\"Aerial view of ferry departing Neil Island Bharatpur Jetty for Port Blair return journey\" title=\"Bharatpur Jetty Neil Island — daily return ferries to Port Blair across 4 private operators\">\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"why-the-return-direction-has-better-coverage-than-the-outbound\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#why-the-return-direction-has-better-coverage-than-the-outbound\">\u003Cspan>Why the Return Direction Has Better Coverage Than the Outbound\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>If you’ve already read our \u003Ca href=\"/port-blair-to-neil-island-ferry\">Port Blair to Neil Island ferry guide\u003C/a>, you know the asymmetry: no direct private service on the outbound. Travelers heading TO Neil from Port Blair route via Havelock or take the limited government ferry. Coming back is a different story entirely.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The economics behind this asymmetry come down to vessel deployment. Private operators run their fleets on overnight rotations — vessels start the day at one terminal and end it at another. The morning shift moves them from Havelock or Neil back to Port Blair, where they pick up the heavy outbound demand to Havelock. By afternoon, vessels are positioned to either return to Havelock or stay at Neil for the next morning’s return.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>For the traveler, this means: \u003Cstrong>morning and early-afternoon Neil → Port Blair sailings are abundant. Late afternoon options thin out.\u003C/strong> The last practical private return is the 3:30 PM Makruzz, arriving Port Blair around 5:00 PM. Anything later and you’re stuck on Neil until the next morning.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>A second asymmetry: \u003Cstrong>all operators charge similar fares both directions on the same route\u003C/strong>, despite the schedule imbalance. You’re not paying a premium for the return direction’s better coverage. Compare the \u003Ca href=\"/port-blair-to-havelock-ferry\">Port Blair to Havelock ferry\u003C/a> and \u003Ca href=\"/havelock-to-port-blair-ferry\">Havelock to Port Blair ferry\u003C/a> fares — they match within Rs 50-100 across operators.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"makruzz-neil-to-port-blair-schedule-and-class-options\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#makruzz-neil-to-port-blair-schedule-and-class-options\">\u003Cspan>Makruzz Neil to Port Blair Schedule and Class Options\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Makruzz\u003C/strong> runs two to three daily Neil → Port Blair departures depending on the season, more than any other operator on this return leg. Their fleet covers the route at 30-32 knots with consistent 90-minute crossings. Read our full \u003Ca href=\"/makruzz-ferry\">Makruzz ferry review\u003C/a> for class-by-class breakdown across all routes.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The standard Neil → Port Blair departures cluster around late morning to mid-afternoon: 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, and 3:30 PM. The 11:30 AM is the most-booked Makruzz return because it gives travelers a full morning on Neil (sunrise at Sitapur Beach, breakfast, beach time) before catching the ferry back. The 3:30 PM is your latest practical departure across all operators — useful if you want maximum Neil time but have a Port Blair flight after 7:30 PM.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Premium Class\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,550 is the standard return ticket. Aircraft-style seating, working AC, panoramic windows, and a 90-minute journey. Baggage allowance is 10-15 kg with free seat selection at check-in. Same vessel, same comfort as the outbound — Makruzz’s fleet (MV Makruzz, MV Makruzz Gold, MV Makruzz Pearl) rotates through the Port Blair-Havelock-Neil triangle.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Deluxe Class\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,750-1,850 puts you on the upper deck with wider seats, more legroom, and priority boarding. \u003Cstrong>Deluxe does NOT include any complimentary food or refreshments\u003C/strong> despite what some booking aggregators claim. You buy from the cafeteria like Premium passengers. The upgrade is comfort and view, not food.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Royal Class\u003C/strong> at Rs 2,500-3,500 is Makruzz’s only class with included food: a complimentary sandwich and a drink (hot or cold). Plus the forward upper deck position with best stability and views. Honestly overkill for the 75-90 minute return — better value on the outbound when you have time to enjoy it.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Makruzz Class\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Neil → PB Fare\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Seat Position\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Included\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Premium\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,550\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Main cabin\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Seat + AC + panoramic windows\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Deluxe\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,750-1,850\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Upper deck\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Wider seats, priority boarding\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Royal\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 2,500-3,500\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Forward upper deck\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Sandwich + drink + best views\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Add Rs 50 Port Security Fee at Bharatpur Jetty + Rs 325 fuel surcharge per passenger.\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"nautika-and-nautika-pro-return-sailings\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#nautika-and-nautika-pro-return-sailings\">\u003Cspan>Nautika and Nautika Pro Return Sailings\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Nautika\u003C/strong> runs two to three daily Neil → Port Blair return ferries, the second-most on this leg after Makruzz. Both the original Nautika and the newer Nautika Pro operate the return route, with Pro adding business-class amenities. Read our full \u003Ca href=\"/nautika-ferry\">Nautika ferry review\u003C/a> for vessel comparison and class details.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Standard return departures are 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 1:30 PM (the Pro slot). The 9:00 AM is the earliest practical Neil → Port Blair departure — useful for travelers with afternoon Port Blair flights who want maximum airport buffer. Nautika’s check-in at Bharatpur Jetty closes 30 minutes before sailing, and the jetty gets crowded during peak season morning rushes.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Luxury Class\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,100 is Nautika’s entry-level return ticket and the cheapest comfortable private option. Slightly newer interiors (2021-2025 fleet vs Makruzz’s 1996-2002), tinted glass instead of clear panoramic windows. Makruzz wins on scenic views; Nautika wins on overall vessel newness.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Royal Class\u003C/strong> at Rs 2,100 sits between Makruzz Deluxe and Royal — wider seats, priority boarding, complimentary water and snack.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Nautika Pro Business\u003C/strong> at Rs 3,400 is the most premium return ferry experience on the Neil → Port Blair route. The seats are comfortable and the cabin is fresh, but the real differentiator is the barista coffee — properly frothed, genuinely good. The service culture across both Nautika vessels is also consistently more professional than other operators, which matters at the end of a tired island trip.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The Nautika Pro’s 75-minute crossing time is also 15 minutes faster than any other operator on this route. If you have a tight Port Blair connection and the Pro slot fits your schedule, the time savings can matter.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"green-ocean-return-ferries-budget-option\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#green-ocean-return-ferries-budget-option\">\u003Cspan>Green Ocean Return Ferries — Budget Option\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Green Ocean\u003C/strong> is the budget option and the only Neil → Port Blair operator running a vessel with open-deck access. One to two daily returns depending on the season, with crossing time of about 120 minutes — meaningfully slower than Makruzz/Nautika’s 90 minutes. Full breakdown in our \u003Ca href=\"/green-ocean-ferry\">Green Ocean ferry review\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Standard returns are 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM. The afternoon timing makes Green Ocean a poor pick for travelers with Port Blair flights before 5:00 PM — arrival at Haddo Jetty around 4:00 PM doesn’t leave enough buffer for a 5:00 or 6:00 PM domestic flight.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Counterintuitive insight\u003C/strong>: Green Ocean is actually a better choice if you’re prone to seasickness, not worse. The slower cruising speed makes for a smoother, less jolting ride — less pitching at slower speeds. Travelers who get sick on high-speed catamarans often find Green Ocean’s longer journey more comfortable, even with the added time.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Economy Class\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,050 is the cheapest private return ferry available. Basic cushioned seats, AC works but inconsistent, no panoramic windows. Real talk: comfort-wise it’s noticeably below Makruzz Premium at Rs 1,550 — but you save Rs 500.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Premium Class\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,400-1,450 closes most of the comfort gap but doesn’t reduce the journey time. Pick this if you’re a budget traveler who doesn’t mind the longer crossing.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Green Ocean 1 is the only Andaman ferry with open-deck access\u003C/strong> — passengers can actually go outside in the breeze. This is unique to GO1 (Nautika, Makruzz, ITT Majestic are all fully enclosed). The open deck often turns into an impromptu music + dance party an hour into the return crossing. It really happens, and it’s fun — backpackers love it, families with sleeping kids do not. Only GO1 has the open deck; GO2 is enclosed.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"itt-majestic-single-daily-return\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#itt-majestic-single-daily-return\">\u003Cspan>ITT Majestic Single Daily Return\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>ITT Majestic\u003C/strong> runs just one daily Neil → Port Blair direct return at approximately 11:45 AM, the same vessel completing the Port Blair → Havelock → Neil → Port Blair circuit. Read our full \u003Ca href=\"/itt-majestic-ferry\">ITT Majestic ferry review\u003C/a> for vessel and class details.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The 11:45 AM departure arrives Port Blair around 1:05 PM, giving travelers about 80 minutes total journey time including the short Neil → Port Blair leg. As of 25 May 2026, \u003Cstrong>ITT Majestic removed its fuel surcharge entirely\u003C/strong> while Makruzz, Nautika, and Green Ocean still charge Rs 300-350 per person. That changes the effective comparison meaningfully — ITT Silver Class becomes one of the better mid-priced options once you factor the no-surcharge advantage.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Silver Class\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,700 (no fuel surcharge added) is the standard ITT return. Dark leatherette seats that look modern and feel firm but comfortable enough for 90 minutes, massive transparent glass windows running the full length of the vessel, and an air-conditioned cabin that runs cool but not bone-chilling.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Majesty Class\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,900 puts you in the front section with wider seats, more legroom, and priority boarding. Worth it if someone in your group needs extra legroom or you want the calmer environment up front. The complimentary refreshments (packaged snacks plus a soft drink) help justify the modest Rs 200 upgrade.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The catch: if the ITT vessel cancels (weather, technical), there’s no backup — ITT runs only one vessel on this circuit. Build a buffer day if you specifically book ITT for a tight-timeline trip.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"government-ferry-neil-to-port-blair-via-stars-portal\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#government-ferry-neil-to-port-blair-via-stars-portal\">\u003Cspan>Government Ferry Neil to Port Blair via STARS Portal\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>The \u003Cstrong>government ferry from Neil Island to Port Blair\u003C/strong> runs through the Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) on the \u003Ca href=\"https://stars-andaman.in/\">STARS portal\u003C/a>. Tourist fares are approximately Rs 675 + Rs 50 PSF for a total around Rs 725 per adult — less than half the cheapest private option. Step-by-step booking instructions in our \u003Ca href=\"/government-ferry-andaman\">government ferry Andaman guide\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The catch matches the outbound direction: government ferries are primarily designed for local Andaman residents. Tourist quota is limited, and during peak season (December-February), the quota sells out within 5-15 minutes of the booking window opening exactly 2 days before sailing at 10:00 AM IST.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Government ferry journey time is 90-120 minutes for Neil → Port Blair, comparable to private operators at the upper end. Older vessels at 12-13 knots compared to private’s 26-32 knots, but on the shorter Neil → Port Blair route, the time gap is less pronounced than on longer crossings.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Reality check\u003C/strong>: visiting travelers should plan around private ferries as the realistic option. Government ferry is a budget bonus if you happen to land a seat through STARS. Don’t build a tight Port Blair flight schedule assuming the government ferry will come through — book a private backup ferry, then cancel if government quota lands.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-timings-schedule-at-a-glance\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-timings-schedule-at-a-glance\">\u003Cspan>Neil Island to Port Blair Ferry Timings + Schedule At-a-Glance\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Here’s a consolidated return-direction schedule covering all private operators. Government ferry timings vary; check STARS portal for current schedule.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Departure\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Operator\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Class Options\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Arrival Port Blair\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Journey Time\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>9:00 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Luxury / Royal\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>10:30 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>11:00 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Luxury / Royal\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>12:30 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>11:30 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Premium / Deluxe / Royal\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1:00 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>11:45 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>ITT Majestic\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Silver / Majesty\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1:05 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>80 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>12:30 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Green Ocean 2\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Economy / Premium\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2:30 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>120 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>1:30 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Premium / Deluxe / Royal\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>3:00 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>1:30 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika Pro\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Luxury / Royal / Business\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2:45 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>75 min\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>2:00 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Green Ocean 1\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Economy / Premium\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>4:00 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>120 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>3:30 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Premium / Deluxe / Royal\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>5:00 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Schedules are 2026 base. Peak season (Dec 15 – Jan 15) may add departures; monsoon (Jun-Sep) may cancel them. Always check live availability before finalizing flights.\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"which-return-ferry-should-you-book-based-on-your-port-blair-flight\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#which-return-ferry-should-you-book-based-on-your-port-blair-flight\">\u003Cspan>Which Return Ferry Should You Book Based on Your Port Blair Flight\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>This is the dominant decision for return-direction travelers. The right ferry depends entirely on when your Port Blair flight leaves and how much airport buffer you want.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>If your Port Blair flight is between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM (evening):\u003C/strong>\nYou have maximum flexibility — book any operator. The \u003Cstrong>3:30 PM Makruzz Premium\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,550 gives you 4.5 hours buffer after arriving Port Blair around 5:00 PM. The \u003Cstrong>2:00 PM Green Ocean Economy\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,050 saves Rs 500 if you don’t mind the slightly longer crossing and don’t mind less buffer (4 hours).\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>If your Port Blair flight is between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM (late afternoon):\u003C/strong>\nBook a midday departure. The \u003Cstrong>1:30 PM Nautika Pro Business\u003C/strong> at Rs 3,400 gets you to Port Blair fastest (75 min crossing, arrives 2:45 PM = 2-3 hours buffer). Budget option: \u003Cstrong>11:45 AM ITT Majestic Silver\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,700 (no fuel surcharge — effectively the cheapest mid-comfort option), arriving 1:05 PM.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>If your Port Blair flight is between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM (early afternoon):\u003C/strong>\nMorning departures only. The \u003Cstrong>9:00 AM Nautika Luxury\u003C/strong> at Rs 1,100 is the earliest practical option, arriving Port Blair 10:30 AM = 3.5-5 hours buffer. Avoid anything departing after 11:00 AM — the math just doesn’t work for early afternoon flights.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>If your Port Blair flight is before 2:00 PM:\u003C/strong>\nDon’t try to do same-day return from Neil. Build an overnight buffer in Port Blair the night before. Take the previous-day 3:30 PM Makruzz, overnight at a Port Blair hotel, then easy morning transfer to the airport.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>If you want maximum Neil time before flying:\u003C/strong>\nThe \u003Cstrong>3:30 PM Makruzz Premium\u003C/strong> is the latest practical departure across all operators. Gives you a full beach day on Neil (morning at Bharatpur Beach, lunch, afternoon at Laxmanpur for the sunset, then a slightly rushed jetty arrival). Only book this if your Port Blair flight is after 7:30 PM.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"how-to-book-your-neil-island-return-ferry\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#how-to-book-your-neil-island-return-ferry\">\u003Cspan>How to Book Your Neil Island Return Ferry\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>You can book Neil → Port Blair return ferries through three channels:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>1. BookYourFerry (recommended for return-direction comparison)\u003C/strong> — Search \u003Ca href=\"/\">BookYourFerry.com\u003C/a> by route and date. Compare all four private operators side-by-side, see live availability, book in 2-3 minutes. Same prices as direct operator websites with zero booking fees. See our complete \u003Ca href=\"/andaman-ferry-booking\">Andaman ferry booking guide\u003C/a> for the step-by-step process and combined outbound + return discounts.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>2. Direct from operator websites\u003C/strong> — \u003Ca href=\"https://www.makruzz.com/\">Makruzz.com\u003C/a>, \u003Ca href=\"https://gonautika.com/\">gonautika.com\u003C/a>, \u003Ca href=\"https://greenoceanseaways.com/\">Green Ocean Seaways\u003C/a>, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.ittmajestic.com/\">ittmajestic.com\u003C/a>. Useful if you have strong operator preference; slower for comparison shopping.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>3. Government ferry via STARS portal\u003C/strong> — \u003Ca href=\"https://stars-andaman.in/\">stars-andaman.in\u003C/a>. Required for government ferry tickets. Tourist quota opens 2 days before sailing at 10:00 AM IST and sells out fast in peak season.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Combined booking advantage\u003C/strong>: If you book your outbound (Port Blair → Havelock → Neil routing) and return (Neil → Port Blair direct) together on BookYourFerry, both legs are linked as a single transaction. Cancellations or weather rebookings are handled by a single support thread instead of three separate ones (Port Blair → Havelock operator, Havelock → Neil operator, Neil → Port Blair operator).\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Reach Bharatpur Jetty 45-60 minutes before departure.\u003C/strong> Check-in counters close 30 minutes before sailing; boarding gates shut 15 minutes prior. Bharatpur is smaller and less chaotic than Haddo Jetty in Port Blair, but private operators still run distinct counters that you need to find. Have your ID and printed ticket ready before reaching the counter.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-faq\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-faq\">\u003Cspan>Neil Island to Port Blair Ferry FAQ\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"how-long-is-the-ferry-from-neil-island-to-port-blair\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#how-long-is-the-ferry-from-neil-island-to-port-blair\">\u003Cspan>How long is the ferry from Neil Island to Port Blair?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>The Neil Island to Port Blair ferry takes between 75 and 120 minutes depending on operator. Nautika Pro is fastest at 75 minutes with its high-speed catamaran. Makruzz, Nautika, and ITT Majestic run 80-90 minutes. Green Ocean takes 120 minutes (older vessels at slower cruising speed). Government ferry covers the route in 90-120 minutes.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"how-much-is-the-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#how-much-is-the-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry\">\u003Cspan>How much is the Neil Island to Port Blair ferry?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Government ferry costs Rs 675 plus Rs 50 PSF, around Rs 725 total per adult. Private ferries start at Rs 1,050 for Green Ocean Economy, Rs 1,100 for Nautika Luxury, Rs 1,550 for Makruzz Premium, and Rs 1,700 for ITT Majestic Silver. Most premium experience: Nautika Pro Business at Rs 3,400. All private fares add Rs 50 PSF; Makruzz, Nautika, and Green Ocean also charge Rs 300-350 fuel surcharge per pax (ITT removed theirs on 25 May 2026).\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"whats-the-distance-from-neil-island-to-port-blair\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#whats-the-distance-from-neil-island-to-port-blair\">\u003Cspan>What’s the distance from Neil Island to Port Blair?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>The Neil Island to Port Blair sea distance is approximately 65 km (35 nautical miles) direct. There’s no road or land route — both islands are separated by open Bay of Bengal water. Vessels take slightly different routes around smaller islands en route, so actual distance covered varies by 5-10 km depending on operator.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"which-operators-run-neil-island-to-port-blair-direct\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#which-operators-run-neil-island-to-port-blair-direct\">\u003Cspan>Which operators run Neil Island to Port Blair direct?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>All four private operators run direct Neil → Port Blair daily: Makruzz (2-3 departures), Nautika (2-3 departures including Nautika Pro), Green Ocean (1-2 departures), and ITT Majestic (1 departure). Plus the government ferry via STARS portal. This is in contrast to the outbound direction (Port Blair → Neil), where no private operator currently runs direct service.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"is-there-a-government-ferry-from-neil-to-port-blair\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#is-there-a-government-ferry-from-neil-to-port-blair\">\u003Cspan>Is there a government ferry from Neil to Port Blair?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Yes, the Directorate of Shipping Services runs a daily government ferry from Neil to Port Blair via the STARS portal. Tourist fare is Rs 675 plus Rs 50 PSF, journey time 90-120 minutes. The booking window opens 2 days before sailing at 10:00 AM IST on \u003Ca href=\"http://stars-andaman.in\">stars-andaman.in\u003C/a>. Tourist quota is limited and sells out fast in peak season (December-February).\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"whats-the-latest-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-of-the-day\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#whats-the-latest-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-of-the-day\">\u003Cspan>What’s the latest Neil Island to Port Blair ferry of the day?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>The latest practical Neil → Port Blair departure is the 3:30 PM Makruzz Premium, arriving Haddo Jetty around 5:00 PM. The 2:00 PM Green Ocean 1 (arriving 4:00 PM) is the latest budget option. No private ferry departs Neil after 3:30 PM — if you miss this, you’re on Neil until the next morning. Government ferry timings vary; check STARS portal for current schedule.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"should-i-book-the-morning-or-afternoon-return-ferry\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#should-i-book-the-morning-or-afternoon-return-ferry\">\u003Cspan>Should I book the morning or afternoon return ferry?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>It depends on your Port Blair flight time. For flights between 5-8 PM, an 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM departure gives 4-6 hour airport buffer. For flights between 2-5 PM, take a morning departure (9:00 or 11:00 AM Nautika). For flights before 2 PM, don’t try same-day return — overnight in Port Blair the day before. For flights after 8 PM, the 3:30 PM Makruzz gives you the longest possible day on Neil before flying.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"can-i-book-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-one-way\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#can-i-book-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-one-way\">\u003Cspan>Can I book Neil Island to Port Blair ferry one-way?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Yes, all operators allow one-way bookings on the return leg. Many travelers book outbound (Port Blair → Havelock → Neil) and return (Neil → Port Blair) separately to lock in early-bird outbound fares while leaving return flexibility. Combined outbound + return bookings on BookYourFerry give you linked PNRs and unified rebooking support if weather disrupts plans.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"plan-your-neil-island-return-today\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#plan-your-neil-island-return-today\">\u003Cspan>Plan Your Neil Island Return Today\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>The Neil Island to Port Blair ferry route is the easiest direction in the Andaman network — full operator coverage, multiple daily departures, and direct service across all four private operators plus government ferry. The only real planning decision is matching your departure to your Port Blair flight time. Build at least a 3-hour airport buffer for evening flights, and overnight in Port Blair if your flight leaves before 2:00 PM.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"/\">Compare live Neil Island → Port Blair ferry availability across all operators →\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Have questions about combined outbound + return bookings, want to mix operators between legs, or curious about a specific date? See our \u003Ca href=\"/port-blair-to-neil-island-ferry\">Port Blair to Neil Island ferry guide\u003C/a> for the inverse-direction routing, \u003Ca href=\"/havelock-to-port-blair-ferry\">Havelock to Port Blair ferry\u003C/a> for the parallel return-direction sibling, or the complete \u003Ca href=\"/andaman-ferry-booking\">Andaman ferry booking guide\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n",[7,11,14,17,20,23,26,29,32,35,38,41,45,48,51,54,57,60,63,66],{"level":8,"id":9,"text":10},2,"neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-2026-all-4-operators-run-direct-pick-the-right-one-for-your-flight","Neil Island to Port Blair Ferry 2026: All 4 Operators Run Direct (Pick the Right One for Your Flight)",{"level":8,"id":12,"text":13},"why-the-return-direction-has-better-coverage-than-the-outbound","Why the Return Direction Has Better Coverage Than the Outbound",{"level":8,"id":15,"text":16},"makruzz-neil-to-port-blair-schedule-and-class-options","Makruzz Neil to Port Blair Schedule and Class Options",{"level":8,"id":18,"text":19},"nautika-and-nautika-pro-return-sailings","Nautika and Nautika Pro Return Sailings",{"level":8,"id":21,"text":22},"green-ocean-return-ferries-budget-option","Green Ocean Return Ferries — Budget Option",{"level":8,"id":24,"text":25},"itt-majestic-single-daily-return","ITT Majestic Single Daily Return",{"level":8,"id":27,"text":28},"government-ferry-neil-to-port-blair-via-stars-portal","Government Ferry Neil to Port Blair via STARS Portal",{"level":8,"id":30,"text":31},"neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-timings-schedule-at-a-glance","Neil Island to Port Blair Ferry Timings + Schedule At-a-Glance",{"level":8,"id":33,"text":34},"which-return-ferry-should-you-book-based-on-your-port-blair-flight","Which Return Ferry Should You Book Based on Your Port Blair Flight",{"level":8,"id":36,"text":37},"how-to-book-your-neil-island-return-ferry","How to Book Your Neil Island Return Ferry",{"level":8,"id":39,"text":40},"neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-faq","Neil Island to Port Blair Ferry FAQ",{"level":42,"id":43,"text":44},3,"how-long-is-the-ferry-from-neil-island-to-port-blair","How long is the ferry from Neil Island to Port Blair?",{"level":42,"id":46,"text":47},"how-much-is-the-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry","How much is the Neil Island to Port Blair ferry?",{"level":42,"id":49,"text":50},"whats-the-distance-from-neil-island-to-port-blair","What’s the distance from Neil Island to Port Blair?",{"level":42,"id":52,"text":53},"which-operators-run-neil-island-to-port-blair-direct","Which operators run Neil Island to Port Blair direct?",{"level":42,"id":55,"text":56},"is-there-a-government-ferry-from-neil-to-port-blair","Is there a government ferry from Neil to Port Blair?",{"level":42,"id":58,"text":59},"whats-the-latest-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-of-the-day","What’s the latest Neil Island to Port Blair ferry of the day?",{"level":42,"id":61,"text":62},"should-i-book-the-morning-or-afternoon-return-ferry","Should I book the morning or afternoon return ferry?",{"level":42,"id":64,"text":65},"can-i-book-neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry-one-way","Can I book Neil Island to Port Blair ferry one-way?",{"level":8,"id":67,"text":68},"plan-your-neil-island-return-today","Plan Your Neil Island Return Today",[70,72,74,76,78,80,82,84],{"question":44,"answer":71},"The Neil Island to Port Blair ferry takes between 75 and 120 minutes depending on operator. Nautika Pro is fastest at 75 minutes with its high-speed catamaran. Makruzz, Nautika, and ITT Majestic run 80-90 minutes. Green Ocean takes 120 minutes (older vessels at slower cruising speed). Government ferry covers the route in 90-120 minutes.",{"question":47,"answer":73},"Government ferry costs Rs 675 plus Rs 50 PSF, around Rs 725 total per adult. Private ferries start at Rs 1,050 for Green Ocean Economy, Rs 1,100 for Nautika Luxury, Rs 1,550 for Makruzz Premium, and Rs 1,700 for ITT Majestic Silver. Most premium experience: Nautika Pro Business at Rs 3,400. All private fares add Rs 50 PSF; Makruzz, Nautika, and Green Ocean also charge Rs 300-350 fuel surcharge per pax (ITT removed theirs on 25 May 2026).",{"question":50,"answer":75},"The Neil Island to Port Blair sea distance is approximately 65 km (35 nautical miles) direct. There’s no road or land route — both islands are separated by open Bay of Bengal water. Vessels take slightly different routes around smaller islands en route, so actual distance covered varies by 5-10 km depending on operator.",{"question":53,"answer":77},"All four private operators run direct Neil → Port Blair daily: Makruzz (2-3 departures), Nautika (2-3 departures including Nautika Pro), Green Ocean (1-2 departures), and ITT Majestic (1 departure). Plus the government ferry via STARS portal. This is in contrast to the outbound direction (Port Blair → Neil), where no private operator currently runs direct service.",{"question":56,"answer":79},"Yes, the Directorate of Shipping Services runs a daily government ferry from Neil to Port Blair via the STARS portal. Tourist fare is Rs 675 plus Rs 50 PSF, journey time 90-120 minutes. The booking window opens 2 days before sailing at 10:00 AM IST on stars-andaman.in . Tourist quota is limited and sells out fast in peak season (December-February).",{"question":59,"answer":81},"The latest practical Neil → Port Blair departure is the 3:30 PM Makruzz Premium, arriving Haddo Jetty around 5:00 PM. The 2:00 PM Green Ocean 1 (arriving 4:00 PM) is the latest budget option. No private ferry departs Neil after 3:30 PM — if you miss this, you’re on Neil until the next morning. Government ferry timings vary; check STARS portal for current schedule.",{"question":62,"answer":83},"It depends on your Port Blair flight time. For flights between 5-8 PM, an 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM departure gives 4-6 hour airport buffer. For flights between 2-5 PM, take a morning departure (9:00 or 11:00 AM Nautika). For flights before 2 PM, don’t try same-day return — overnight in Port Blair the day before. For flights after 8 PM, the 3:30 PM Makruzz gives you the longest possible day on Neil before flying.",{"question":65,"answer":85},"Yes, all operators allow one-way bookings on the return leg. Many travelers book outbound (Port Blair → Havelock → Neil) and return (Neil → Port Blair) separately to lock in early-bird outbound fares while leaving return flexibility. Combined outbound + return bookings on BookYourFerry give you linked PNRs and unified rebooking support if weather disrupts plans.",{"title":87,"description":88,"canonical":89,"ogTitle":87,"ogDescription":90,"ogImage":91,"schemaType":92,"datePublished":93,"dateModified":93},"Neil Island to Port Blair Ferry 2026: All 4 Operators Compared","All 4 private operators run direct Neil Island to Port Blair daily. Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT fares & timings. Book on BookYourFerry.","https://www.bookyourferry.com/neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry","All 4 private operators run direct Neil Island to Port Blair daily. Compare fares, timings & flight-day pick. Book on BookYourFerry.","/images/articles/general/jetty_waiting_area.webp","Article","2026-05-28",{"slug":4,"title":87,"description":88,"category":95,"author":96,"publishedDate":93,"updatedDate":93,"readTime":97,"image":91,"imageMedium":98,"imageAlt":99,"tags":100,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":109},"Ferry Routes","BookYourFerry Team","18 min read","/images/articles/general/medium/jetty_waiting_area.webp","Aerial view of ferry departing Neil Island Bharatpur Jetty for Port Blair return journey",[101,102,103,104,105,106],"neil island to port blair ferry","neil island to port blair ferry timings","neil to port blair ferry price","neil island return ferry","bharatpur jetty ferry","all 4 operators return ferry","published",false,[110,111,112,113,114,115,116,117,118,119,120,121,122,123],"andaman-ferry-booking","port-blair-to-neil-island-ferry","havelock-to-port-blair-ferry","havelock-to-neil-island-ferry","port-blair-to-havelock-ferry","government-ferry-andaman","andaman-ferry-schedule","andaman-ferry-prices","makruzz-ferry","nautika-ferry","green-ocean-ferry","itt-majestic-ferry","makruzz-vs-nautika-vs-green-ocean","how-to-book-andaman-ferry",[125,137,140,153,172,190,204,220,235,248,258,272,286,299,309,322],{"slug":111,"title":126,"description":127,"category":95,"author":96,"publishedDate":93,"updatedDate":93,"readTime":97,"image":91,"imageMedium":98,"imageAlt":128,"tags":129,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":136},"Port Blair to Neil Island Ferry 2026: Government or via Havelock","No direct private ferry runs Port Blair to Neil Island in 2026. Compare government ferry, via-Havelock routing, and charter options on BookYourFerry.","Aerial view of ferry departing Haddo Jetty Port Blair en route to Neil Island",[130,131,132,133,134,135],"port blair to neil island ferry","port blair to neil island distance","government ferry port blair neil","no direct ferry port blair neil","via havelock to neil island","stars portal booking",[110,4,112,113,114,115,116,118,119,120,121,122,123],{"slug":4,"title":87,"description":88,"category":95,"author":96,"publishedDate":93,"updatedDate":93,"readTime":97,"image":91,"imageMedium":98,"imageAlt":99,"tags":138,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":139},[101,102,103,104,105,106],[110,111,112,113,114,115,116,117,118,119,120,121,122,123],{"slug":112,"title":141,"description":142,"category":95,"author":96,"publishedDate":143,"updatedDate":143,"readTime":144,"image":91,"imageMedium":98,"imageAlt":145,"tags":146,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":152},"Havelock to Port Blair Ferry 2026: All 4 Operators, Timings & Pricing","Return ferry from Havelock to Port Blair: 4 private operators + government, fares Rs 400-3,400, daily timings. Honest comparison + booking tips.","2026-05-26","14 min read","Havelock jetty in the morning with passengers boarding return ferries to Port Blair",[147,148,149,150,151],"havelock to port blair ferry","havelock to port blair return","return ferry havelock port blair","havelock port blair schedule","andaman ferry return journey",[114,113,110,4,111,116,117,115,118,119,120,121,123,122],{"slug":123,"title":154,"description":155,"category":156,"author":96,"publishedDate":157,"updatedDate":157,"readTime":158,"image":159,"imageMedium":98,"imageAlt":160,"tags":161,"status":107,"pillar":169,"relatedSlugs":170},"How to Book Andaman Ferry: Complete 2026 Guide (Pvt + Govt)","Complete guide to book Andaman ferry online in 2026. Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT prices + STARS govt portal. Documents, refunds, mistakes.","Prices & Booking","2026-05-04","23 min read","/images/articles/general/full/jetty_waiting_area.webp","Haddo Jetty Port Blair ferry booking and boarding for Andaman Islands",[162,163,164,165,166,167,168],"how to book andaman ferry","book ferry andaman","andaman ferry booking online","how to book government ferry in andaman","STARS portal","andaman ferry guide","book andaman ferry tickets",true,[110,4,111,114,121,113,115,171,122,117,116,118,119,120],"best-time-to-visit-andaman",{"slug":171,"title":173,"description":174,"category":175,"author":96,"publishedDate":176,"updatedDate":176,"readTime":177,"image":178,"imageMedium":179,"imageAlt":180,"tags":181,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":189},"Best Time to Visit Andaman Islands 2026: Month-by-Month Guide","Best time to visit Andaman: November-February — calm seas, full ferry schedule. Month-by-month weather, ferry cancellation rates & honeymoon tips. 2026.","Travel Guide","2026-05-03","19 min read","/images/articles/green-ocean/full/green_ocean_1_aerial.webp","/images/articles/green-ocean/medium/green_ocean_1_aerial.webp","Aerial view of Andaman ferry crossing turquoise waters in peak season",[182,183,184,185,186,187,188],"best time to visit andaman","andaman weather","andaman in december","andaman monsoon","andaman honeymoon","andaman with family","month by month",[110,121,115,123,122,116,117,114,113,118,119,120],{"slug":122,"title":191,"description":192,"category":193,"author":96,"publishedDate":176,"updatedDate":176,"readTime":177,"image":159,"imageMedium":98,"imageAlt":194,"tags":195,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":203},"Makruzz vs Nautika vs Green Ocean: Best Andaman Ferry 2026","Makruzz vs Nautika vs Green Ocean compared — prices, comfort, reliability, fleet, 1,235 reviews analysed. Which Andaman ferry is best for you? 2026 guide.","Ferry Operators","Makruzz Nautika and Green Ocean ferries at Haddo Jetty Port Blair",[196,197,198,199,200,201,202],"best ferry in andaman","makruzz vs nautika","andaman ferry comparison","best andaman ferry","makruzz vs green ocean","nautika vs green ocean","which ferry is best in andaman",[110,4,111,114,113,115,123,171,118,119,120,121,117,116],{"slug":117,"title":205,"description":206,"category":156,"author":96,"publishedDate":207,"updatedDate":207,"readTime":177,"image":208,"imageMedium":209,"imageAlt":210,"tags":211,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":219},"Andaman Ferry Prices 2026: All Operators & Class Compare","Complete Andaman ferry prices 2026: Rs 400-3,400 across all 5 operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT, Govt). Hidden costs, class compare & savings tips.","2026-04-28","/images/articles/general/ferry_boarding_waiting_area.webp","/images/articles/general/medium/ferry_boarding_waiting_area.webp","Andaman ferry ticket counter at Haddo Jetty Port Blair with passengers buying tickets",[212,213,214,215,216,217,218],"andaman ferry prices","andaman ferry ticket price","port blair to havelock ferry price","andaman ferry fare","makruzz ferry price","nautika ferry price","cheapest ferry andaman",[110,4,111,113,123,122,171,116,118,119,120,121,115,114],{"slug":116,"title":221,"description":222,"category":156,"author":96,"publishedDate":223,"updatedDate":157,"readTime":224,"image":208,"imageMedium":209,"imageAlt":225,"tags":226,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":234},"Andaman Ferry Schedule & Timings 2026: All 4 Operators","Complete Andaman ferry schedule 2026: 16 daily PB-Havelock departures, all 5 operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT, Govt). Timings, prices, route tips.","2026-04-25","13 min read","Andaman ferry departing Haddo Jetty Port Blair at sunrise with morning travelers boarding",[227,228,229,230,231,232,233],"andaman ferry schedule","andaman ferry timings","port blair to havelock ferry schedule","andaman ferry timetable","havelock to neil ferry schedule","makruzz schedule","nautika ferry timing",[110,4,111,123,122,171,117,114,113,118,119,120,121,115],{"slug":113,"title":236,"description":237,"category":95,"author":96,"publishedDate":238,"updatedDate":239,"readTime":144,"image":91,"imageMedium":98,"imageAlt":240,"tags":241,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":247},"Havelock to Neil Island Ferry: Complete Booking Guide 2026","Havelock to Neil Island ferry from Rs 1,000. Compare 4 operators, 5+ daily sailings, 45-75 min journey. Distance, prices, schedules & booking tips 2026.","2026-03-08","2026-03-14","Passengers waiting at Havelock jetty for Neil Island ferry",[242,243,244,245,246],"havelock to neil island ferry","havelock neil ferry price","havelock neil ferry schedule","neil island ferry booking","andaman ferry route",[110,4,111,115,123,122,171,116,117,114,118,119,120,121],{"slug":115,"title":249,"description":250,"category":175,"author":96,"publishedDate":238,"updatedDate":239,"readTime":144,"image":208,"imageMedium":209,"imageAlt":251,"tags":252,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":257},"Government Ferry vs Private Ferry: Complete Andaman Guide 2026","Government ferry Andaman costs Rs 630-920 vs private Rs 1,100-3,200. Compare booking, routes, comfort & schedules. Save Rs 10,000+ or get premium comfort.","Passengers boarding ferry at Haddo Jetty Andaman Islands",[253,254,255,198,256],"government ferry andaman","govt ferry booking","government vs private ferry andaman","DSS ferry andaman",[110,4,111,123,122,171,116,117,114,113,118,119,120,121],{"slug":119,"title":259,"description":260,"category":193,"author":96,"publishedDate":261,"updatedDate":239,"readTime":144,"image":262,"imageMedium":263,"imageAlt":264,"tags":265,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":271},"Nautika Ferry Review 2026: Is It Worth the Premium Price?","Honest Nautika ferry review for 2026: Rs 1,900 vs competitors. 12% fewer cancellations, modern comfort. Compare prices and book the best Andaman ferry today.","2026-03-02","/images/articles/nautika/nautika_exterior.webp","/images/articles/nautika/medium/nautika_exterior.webp","Nautika ferry catamaran at Port Blair Andaman Islands",[266,267,268,269,270],"nautika ferry","nautika review","nautika vs makruzz","andaman ferry operator","nautika pro business class",[110,4,111,121,113,115,123,122,171,116,117,114,118,120],{"slug":120,"title":273,"description":274,"category":193,"author":96,"publishedDate":261,"updatedDate":239,"readTime":275,"image":276,"imageMedium":277,"imageAlt":278,"tags":279,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":285},"Green Ocean Ferry: Complete Review + Booking Guide 2026","Green Ocean ferry offers Andaman's cheapest private ferry (Rs 1,100) with unique open deck experience. Honest review, 2026 prices, schedule & booking tips.","12 min read","/images/articles/green-ocean/green_ocean_1_exterior.webp","/images/articles/green-ocean/medium/green_ocean_1_exterior.webp","Green Ocean 1 ferry exterior at Port Blair Andaman Islands",[280,281,282,283,284],"green ocean ferry","green ocean andaman","budget ferry andaman","green ocean booking","open deck ferry",[110,4,111,113,115,123,122,171,116,117,114,118,119,121],{"slug":121,"title":287,"description":288,"category":193,"author":96,"publishedDate":261,"updatedDate":239,"readTime":144,"image":289,"imageMedium":290,"imageAlt":291,"tags":292,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":298},"ITT Majestic Ferry Review 2026: Fares, Schedule & Honest Verdict","ITT Majestic ferry review 2026 with honest fares, schedule & booking tips. Silver Class Rs 1,564 Port Blair-Havelock in 90 min. Compare vs Makruzz & Nautika.","/images/articles/itt-majestic/itt_majestic_exterior.webp","/images/articles/itt-majestic/medium/itt_majestic_exterior.webp","ITT Majestic ferry catamaran at Port Blair Andaman Islands",[293,294,295,296,297],"itt majestic","itt majestic ferry","itt majestic andaman","mid-range ferry andaman","silver class ferry",[110,4,111,113,115,123,122,171,116,117,114,118,119,120],{"slug":114,"title":300,"description":301,"category":95,"author":96,"publishedDate":261,"updatedDate":157,"readTime":275,"image":91,"imageMedium":98,"imageAlt":302,"tags":303,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":308},"Port Blair to Havelock Ferry 2026: Times, Prices & Booking","Port Blair to Havelock ferry from Rs 1,100, 90-min journey, 16 daily sailings. Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT prices + booking tips 2026.","Haddo Jetty waiting area for Port Blair to Havelock ferry departure",[304,305,306,307,246],"port blair to havelock ferry","port blair havelock ferry schedule","port blair havelock ferry price","havelock ferry booking",[110,4,111,115,123,122,171,116,117,118,119,120,121,113],{"slug":110,"title":310,"description":311,"category":175,"author":96,"publishedDate":312,"updatedDate":239,"readTime":313,"image":208,"imageMedium":209,"imageAlt":251,"tags":314,"status":107,"pillar":169,"relatedSlugs":321},"Andaman Ferry Booking 2026: Compare All 4 Operators","Book Andaman ferry tickets online. Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT live prices. 50,000+ travelers served. Zero booking fees, instant confirmation.","2026-02-27","15 min read",[315,316,317,318,319,320],"andaman ferry booking","ferry booking andaman","andaman ferry ticket booking","port blair","havelock","neil island",[117,116,114,113,118,119,120,121,115,171,122,123,111,4],{"slug":118,"title":323,"description":324,"category":193,"author":96,"publishedDate":312,"updatedDate":239,"readTime":275,"image":325,"imageMedium":326,"imageAlt":327,"tags":328,"status":107,"pillar":108,"relatedSlugs":333},"Makruzz Ferry Review 2026: Premium, Deluxe & Royal Class Compared","Complete Makruzz ferry review 2026. Compare Premium (Rs 1,250-1,775), Deluxe (Rs 2,180-2,300), Royal (Rs 2,940-3,150) classes. Fleet, schedules & booking tips.","/images/articles/makruzz/makruzz_exterior_2.webp","/images/articles/makruzz/medium/makruzz_exterior_2.webp","MV Makruzz ferry catamaran docked at Port Blair Andaman",[329,330,331,269,332],"makruzz ferry","makruzz premium vs royal","makruzz booking","havelock ferry",[110,4,111,121,113,115,123,122,171,116,117,114,119,120],1779987120681]