Last updated: May 2026
To reach Elbow Cay and Hope Town, fly into Marsh Harbour (MHH) — about 30 minutes from South Florida — then take a short taxi to the ferry dock and the Albury's Ferry across to Hope Town, roughly a 20-minute ride. From there, golf carts and bikes get you everywhere.
Step 1: Fly into Marsh Harbour (MHH)
Leonard M. Thompson International Airport in Marsh Harbour (airport code MHH) is the main gateway to the Abacos. Direct flights run from several Florida hubs, and connections are available through Nassau.
| From | Typical flight time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale (FLL) | ~45 min | Frequent seasonal service |
| Miami (MIA) | ~50 min | Connecting and direct options |
| Palm Beach (PBI) | ~40 min | Short, popular hop |
| Nassau (NAS) | ~35 min | For connections within the Bahamas |
Step 2: Taxi to the ferry dock
From the Marsh Harbour airport, a short taxi ride (about 10–15 minutes) takes you to the Albury's Ferry dock. Taxis wait at the airport; there are no rideshare apps here, so plan on cash.
Step 3: Take the ferry to Hope Town
Albury's Ferry runs scheduled crossings from Marsh Harbour to Hope Town on Elbow Cay. The ride takes around 20 minutes across protected water. Ferries are cash-friendly and run several times a day — check the current timetable before you travel, especially in winter when cold fronts can affect schedules.
Step 4: Getting around Elbow Cay
There are no rental cars on Elbow Cay. Most visitors rent a golf cart for the week, and many spots are walkable or bikeable. Catch A Wave has golf-cart access and sits a short ride from Hope Town village and the beaches.
Reserve a cart before you arrive in high season — companies like Island Cart Rentals, Getaway Golf Carts, Hope Town Cart Rentals, and Elbow Cay Cart Rentals book up fast. Prefer to pedal? Hope Town Canvas and A & S rent bikes and paddleboards. You'll find all of them, with phone numbers, in our local business directory.
- Rent a golf cart for the week — the island's main way to get around
- Bring cash for taxis and ferries (cards aren't accepted everywhere)
- Pack light — you'll be moving between airport, taxi, and ferry
- Confirm ferry and flight times the day before you travel
Frequently asked questions
- What airport do you fly into for Hope Town?
- Fly into Marsh Harbour (MHH), then take a taxi to the ferry dock and the Albury's Ferry to Hope Town on Elbow Cay (about 20 minutes).
- How long is the ferry from Marsh Harbour to Hope Town?
- The Albury's Ferry crossing from Marsh Harbour to Hope Town takes roughly 20 minutes across protected water, with several departures daily.
- Do I need a car on Elbow Cay?
- No — there are no rental cars on Elbow Cay. Visitors get around by golf cart, bicycle, boat, or on foot.