India (Andaman Islands)
Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) → Long Island
The government ship leg from Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) north to Long Island, a stop on the Port Blair – Rangat service that also has DSS harbour-ferry links to Middle Andaman.
Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) to Long Island ferry at a glance
The ferry from Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) to Long Island takes 1h 35m – 2h 25m across the Andaman Sea (Ritchie’s Archipelago), operated by Directorate of Shipping Services (A&N Administration). It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: daily on the government Sri Vijaya Puram – Rangat ships.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.
Sources: dss.andamannicobar.gov.in · dss.andamannicobar.gov.in · How we verify
Return crossing: Long Island to Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)
Directorate of Shipping Services (A&N Administration) also sails Long Island to Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep), taking 1h 35m – 2h 25m. Long Island → Swaraj Dweep sailings leave at 13:05 daily (arriving 14:40) and at 08:05 on some days (arriving 10:30).
Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) to Long Island ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Daily departure from Swaraj Dweep at 08:15 (arrives Long Island 10:30); some days also 10:20 (arrives 12:40)
DSS issues sailing rosters a few days ahead and times vary by day and vessel; the pattern shown is from the DSS voyage list for 29 Sep – 5 Oct 2026.
Published departure times
- 08:15
- 10:20
Return: Long Island → Swaraj Dweep sailings leave at 13:05 daily (arriving 14:40) and at 08:05 on some days (arriving 10:30).
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Directorate of Shipping Services (A&N Administration) timetable →Check prices & book on Directorate of Shipping Services (A&N Administration) →Source: DSS Online Enquiry (voyage schedule). Verified 2026-09-29.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) and Long Island
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Directorate of Shipping Services (A&N Administration) | 1h 35m – 2h 25m | MV Wandoor, MV Jollybouy, M V Strait Island, M V North Passage, M V Bambooka |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
30 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- DSS harbour ferries run from Long Island to Yeretta (Middle Andaman) at 07:00 and 14:00
Tips for the Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) to Long Island Crossing
- Tickets for DSS government ships are sold through DSS’s STARS e-Ticketing Portal and at STARS counters
- Port Blair is officially named Sri Vijaya Puram; DSS booking and enquiry menus use the new name