Do buses go on the Torpoint Ferry?
The 84 is the first Bus that goes to Torpoint Ferry in Plymouth. It stops nearby at 04:41.
Is Torpoint ferry free?
Torpoint Ferry Pedestrians and cyclists are free. Timetable and prices are available on the Tamar Crossings website.
Is the Torpoint ferry on chains?
Each ferry carries 73 cars and operates using its own set of slipways and parallel chains, with a vehicle weight limit of 18 tonnes (20 tons) The ferry boats are propelled across the river by pulling themselves on the chains; the chains then sink to the bottom to allow shipping movements in the river.
Does Torpoint ferry run all night?
TORPOINT FERRY ferry operates 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Does the Torpoint Ferry have toilets?
From Monday, 14 June the public toilets on both sides of the Torpoint ferry will be open daily from 06.00 to 18.00.
How many Torpoint ferries are running?
Latest info. Two ferries remain in service.
Is the Torpoint Ferry cash only?
If you do not have a tag account you can pay safely by cash. There is now a contactless card system in place at the bridge.
Do you pay both ways on the Torpoint Ferry?
The toll aboard the Torpoint Ferry is payable one way, on the trip from Torpoint (Cornwall) to Plymouth (Devon) except for motorcycles which are tolled from Plymouth (Devon) to Torpoint (Cornwall). There is no charge for pedestrians or pedal cyclists.
Does the Torpoint Ferry run 24 hours?
The three chain ferries provide service 24 hrs a day, 365 days a year and offer a 10 minute frequency at peak times. The Torpoint Ferry crossing is the busiest estuarial vehicular ferry crossing in the United Kingdom, and the three vessels together carry nearly two million vehicles per annum.
How deep is the water at Torpoint Ferry?
The width of the Hamoaze at the point where the ferry was to be established was stated to be 2,550 feet at high water or 2,110 feet at low water. The greatest depth at high water was 96 feet but only 78 feet at low water. The course had to be directly across the river because of the moorings for the men-of-war.
How long does Torpoint Ferry take to cross?
The ferries take about 20mins to get staff on board and go through all the start-up procedures and checks; they are closer to a commercial aircraft than your car in complexity.
What times are the Torpoint Ferry?
Ferry Timetable
- Time. Departures. Ferry Service.
- 06:30 – 09:30. 10 Minute Departures. 3 Ferries.
- 09:30 – 14:00 (Mon – Thu) 15 Minute Departures. 2 Ferries.
- 09:30 – 14:00 (Fridays) 10 Minute Departures. 3 Ferries.
- 14:00 – 18:30. 10 Minute Departures. 3 Ferries.
- 18:30 – 21:30. 15 Minute Departures.
- 21:30 – 06:30. 30 Minute Departures.
How do you pay for the Torpoint Ferry?
Can you pay by card on Torpoint Ferry?
Please note that we do not accept credit or debit cards at the Torpoint Ferry for toll payments.
Can lorries go on Torpoint Ferry?
Loads either exceeding 2.9 metres in overall width or exceeding 44 tonnes in gross weight are considered to be abnormal loads. Loads exceeding 4.8 metres in overall height must also be notified. All eastbound abnormal loads must use the main deck and not the north cantilever lane for crossings.
Do you only pay one way on Torpoint Ferry?
How much is the Torpoint?
Torpoint Ferry Tolls
| Vehicle Type | Toll Payable (Single vehicle) | Toll Payable (with trailer) |
|---|---|---|
| Motorcycles | 40p Cash TamarTag | 80p Cash TamarTag |
| MGW under 3.5 tonnes (2 axles) | £2.00 Cash £1.30 TamarTag | £4.00 Cash £2.60 TamarTag |
| MGW over 3.5 tonnes (2 axles) | £4.90 Cash £3.15 TamarTag | £9.80 Cash £6.30 TamarTag |