October 8, 2026 |MBTA, News, Resources, State of MA, Transportation

Live Tracking Now Available for MBTA Ferries

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Track ferry locations live in the MBTA Go app and other digital tools

From the MBTA: The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is sharing that real-time information for ferries, including live boat locations and departure predictions, is available now in the MBTA Go app, and other digital tools. 

Riders will be able to track their boats and plan their trips accordingly. 

Now with the addition of ferry, all fixed-route MBTA modes of transit (subway, bus, Commuter Rail, ferry) have available live-tracking options. 

“Real time travel information is something that the public relies on to make informed decisions and to make public transportation easier to use. The MBTA Go app that we launched in 2024 is my go-to, and now ferry riders can use it too. I want to thank the MBTA’s Transformation & Technology and ferry operations teams for this upgrade that will serve many riders and connect water transportation to our other modes. It’s our hope that with more clear communication our riders will have less stress in their busy day as they plan their journeys on land or on the water.”

Interim Secretary and MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng

View latest ferry information in MBTA Go 

Launched in November 2024, MBTA Go is the MBTA’s mobile app for live information about service. Riders can now use the app to view more information on ferry service, including: 

• View schedules for today’s ferry service 
• See live prediction information about ferry trips in progress or happening soon 
• Check for any active ferry alerts that may impact travel plans 
• Track a ferry boat as it moves in the water 

How to find live tracking information in MBTA Go 

MBTA Go is available for both iOS and Android phones. Riders can download the latest version in their phone’s app store. 

1. Download MBTA Go at MBTA.com/goapp
2. Search for a stop or pan the map to tap on a ferry stop
3. View departure times and the live location of the boat serving this trip

Other ways to view ferry tracking information 

While MBTA Go is the primary way to view latest ferry information, the MBTA provides riders with two additional ways—online at MBTA.com and at digital signs near Aquarium station on the Blue Line. 

To view this information on MBTA.com, go to MBTA.com/ferry. Select a route and click “Schedules & Maps” tab, then select a direction and origin stop to view upcoming trips and their predictions.

Riders can learn more about ferry service and plan their next ferry trip at MBTA.com/ferry.

For more information, visit mbta.com or connect with the T on X @MBTA and @MBTA_CR, Facebook /TheMBTA, Instagram @theMBTA, Threads @thembta, or TikTok @thembta.

About the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority 

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) opened America’s first subway tunnel in 1897, pioneering public transportation in the United States. Today, the MBTA is one of the largest public transit systems in the country, operating an extensive network of subway, bus, Commuter Rail, ferry, and paratransit services across 176 cities and towns. The MBTA is undergoing a transformative period, focusing on cultivating a culture of safety and excellence, modernizing infrastructure, and improving reliability and accessibility. Current priorities include accelerating critical infrastructure repairs, expanding accessibility, and reducing emissions. The MBTA is committed to providing dependable, frequent, and accessible service that riders can rely on while supporting the region’s economic vitality. Through initiatives like the unprecedented Track Improvement Program, the Better Bus Program, and the Rail Modernization Plan, the MBTA aims to connect communities and improve riders’ daily experiences and trips. For questions or assistance, riders are encouraged to contact the MBTA Customer Center at 617-222-3200. Members of the press are encouraged to contact mediarelations@mbta.com. For the latest updates on MBTA services, projects, and initiatives, visit MBTA.com or follow @MBTA on social media.