San Juan to Gustavia by ferry
Gustavia lies 350 km (217 mi) east of San Juan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 350 km (217 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 10 h 36 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| San Juan | Gustavia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Puerto Rico | Saint Barthelemy |
| Population | 418,140 | 5,988 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Puerto_Rico) | UTC-4 (America/St_Barthelemy) |
| Port | Port of San Juan | Gustavia |
What changes when you arrive in Gustavia
Crossing from Puerto Rico into Saint Barthelemy: money changes from the Dollar to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +590.
Where to book ferries from San Juan to Gustavia
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Staying in Gustavia
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Common questions
How far is Gustavia from San Juan?
350 km (217 mi) in a straight line, east of San Juan; by road roughly 427 km (265 mi).
How long does it take to get from San Juan to Gustavia by ferry?
About 10 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Juan 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.