Charlotte Amalie to Gustavia by ferry
Gustavia lies 225 km (140 mi) east of Charlotte Amalie, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 225 km (140 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 6 h 50 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Charlotte Amalie | Gustavia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | U.S. Virgin Islands | Saint Barthelemy |
| Population | 20,000 | 5,988 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/St_Thomas) | UTC-4 (America/St_Barthelemy) |
| Port | Charlotte Amalie Harbor | Gustavia |
What changes when you arrive in Gustavia
Crossing from U.S. Virgin Islands into Saint Barthelemy: money changes from the Dollar to the Euro (EUR); traffic switches to the right; the dialling code becomes +590.
Where to book ferries from Charlotte Amalie to Gustavia
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Staying in Gustavia
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Common questions
How far is Gustavia from Charlotte Amalie?
225 km (140 mi) in a straight line, east of Charlotte Amalie; by road roughly 275 km (171 mi).
How long does it take to get from Charlotte Amalie to Gustavia by ferry?
About 6 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Charlotte Amalie and Gustavia?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Gustavia?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.