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Oxford–Bellevue Ferry
America's Oldest Privately-Owned Ferry
Continuously Operating Since 1683
Cross the Tred Avon River between historic Oxford and Bellevue, Maryland.
The same storied passage travelers have made for over three centuries.
Skip the 30-minute drive around. Glide across in minutes.
A piece of living American history.
Established
1683
Over 340 Years
ServicingTred AvonRiver Crossing
LocatedOxford ⇄ BellevueTalbot County, MD
Est. 1683 · Talbot County, Maryland
The Oldest Privately-Operated Ferry in the United States
Since 1683, the Oxford–Bellevue Ferry has carried travelers across the Tred Avon River — more than three hundred and forty years of continuous service. Long before there were bridges or highways, this crossing connected the people, goods, and stories of Maryland's Eastern Shore.
Today the ferry remains privately owned and proudly operating, offering the same unhurried, scenic passage that generations before you have enjoyed. To ride the Oxford Ferry is to take part in a living piece of American history.
1683
Ferry service established on the Tred Avon River
1700s
A vital link for Eastern Shore commerce & travel
Today
Privately owned & still carrying passengers daily
Current Operating Schedule
Seasonal Daily Service
Operating Daily From 9:00 AM – Sunset
Crossings:
- ■ From Oxford (Morris St / The Strand) — Top of the Hour
- ■ From Bellevue (Bellevue Rd landing) — Bottom of the Hour
Note:
- ■ Subject to Close Due to Weather
The Ferry Over the Years
The Route
Oxford Landing
The Strand at Morris St, Oxford, MD
Tred Avon River crossing
Bellevue Landing
Bellevue Rd, Royal Oak, MD
Tred Avon River crossing
Skip the Long Drive
Save the 30-minute trip around by road
Living History
Operating continuously since 1683
Scenic Crossing
Beautiful views of the Tred Avon River
Everyone Welcome
Vehicles, motorcycles, bikes & walk-ons
What Travelers Say
Three centuries of crossings — and a few kind words
★★★★★
A wonderful slice of history. The captain was friendly and the views across the Tred Avon were stunning. A must-do on the Eastern Shore.
★★★★★
Saved us so much driving and turned an errand into the highlight of our trip. Our family LOVED it! You feel the history the moment you roll aboard.
★★★★★
We bike the route every summer and the ferry is the best part. Knowing it's been running since 1683 makes every crossing special.
Private Charters Available
- Exclusive use of America's oldest ferry
- Licensed captain & crew included
- Sunset & special-occasion crossings
- A truly unique, historic setting
- Weddings, anniversaries & events