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CATALINA EXPRESS

FERRY TO CATALINA ISLAND
FROM SAN PEDRO, LONG BEACH & DANA POINT

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Escape With Catalina Express

Just an hour away from Southern California's Coast.

Catalina Island is just an hour away with year-round boat transportation and up to 30 departures daily. Boats depart from ports in San Pedro, Long Beach and Dana Point. Catalina is only 22 miles off the coast of Southern California. Catalina Express’ fleet of eight fast, modern boats make for a quick, easy and fun getaway.

Experience the picturesque town of Avalon filled with activities on land and sea, or the rustic village of Two Harbors, with spectacular campgrounds and beautiful beaches. From scenic beauty, high adventure activities, great rest and relaxation, Catalina Island has it all. Take the trip for a day, or stay overnight. Book your Catalina Island ferry online now!

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Catalina Island Boat & Hotel Packages

Save on your overnight getaway to Catalina with boat and hotel packages.

Call or click through to one of these hotels and book a boat & hotel package that includes round-trip transportation on the Catalina Express. Packages vary in price and in activities and amenities.

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Catalina Express Ports to Catalina Island

Long Beach Port

San Pedro Port

Dana Point Port

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Catalina Island Itineraries

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Tours & Activities

Tour companies in Avalon provide an array of activities, sightseeing, expeditions, drives, boat rides and more!

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About Avalon

Learn more about the most visited tourist destination on Catalina Island- the City of Avalon.

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About Two Harbors

On the west end at the Island’s Isthmus, Two Harbors is a unique, rustic getaway for outdoor & boating enthusiasts.

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Group Travel

Whether you’re traveling for business, a reunion, or other group outing, Catalina Express offers great group rates!

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Maps

See where each of our ports are located, download island maps, and view island information to help plan your trip.

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Boat & Hotel Packages

Save on your overnight getaway to Catalina with Boat & Hotel Packages that include round-trip transportation!

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Tours & Activities

Tour companies in Avalon provide an array of activities, sightseeing, expeditions, drives, boat rides and more!

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Itineraries

Check out our itineraries while planning your next trip to the Island. Get travel tips, deals, and the inside scoop.

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About Avalon

Learn more about the most visited tourist destination on Catalina Island- the City of Avalon.

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About Two Harbors

On the west end at the Island’s Isthmus, Two Harbors is a unique, rustic getaway for outdoor & boating enthusiasts.

Learn More

Maps

See where each of our ports are located, download island maps, and view island information to help plan your trip.

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The Catalina Express is the Best Way to Get to Catalina Island!

Smooth Ferry Ride

We arrived at the terminal in Long Beach in the morning. The parking lot was easily accessible with plenty of spaces. The lines to purchase the ticket was short and employees very efficient. The ride to the island is pleasurable!

– Ivonette C. — Tripadvisor
Great Day Trip

Great way to travel to Catalina Island. Fast and efficient loading and unloading. Plenty of room for comfortable indoor or outdoor seating. Got to watch the dolphins playing alongside the boat, which was an added bonus!

– Guy683 — Tripadvisor
The Best

The boat was on time both coming and going. Everything, including luggage drop was well organized. The seats were comfortable and there were option for both indoor and outdoor seating. Highly reccommend!

– Christina H. — Tripadvisor
Professional & Reliable

They are always professional and reliable. They offer many options to go back and forth. So give yourself plenty of time coming and going. Seating is first come first sit.

– Robin R. — Tripadvisor
Fast & On-Time

Clean fast ship with a pleasant snack shop that doesn't get ridiculous on their snack prices like movie theaters. They depart precisely on time. The most impressive to me was watching as the captain expertly pilot a fairly large craft!

– Mitch T. — Tripadvisor
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Group Travel

20 or more adults traveling together round-trip to Catalina

Whether you are traveling for your next small group business meeting, corporate retreat, family reunion, or another fun group outing, travel aboard Catalina Express where your island adventure begins!

Group rates are offered on a space available basis to any group booking a minimum of 20 adults traveling together round-trip to Catalina Island.