India (Andaman Islands)
Mayabunder → Diglipur (North Andaman)
The short northern leg of the government Diglipur ships, from Mayabunder on Middle Andaman across to Aerial Bay on North Andaman.
Mayabunder to Diglipur (North Andaman) ferry at a glance
The ferry from Mayabunder to Diglipur (North Andaman) takes 2h 45m – 4h across the Andaman Sea, operated by Directorate of Shipping Services (A&N Administration). It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: two to three sailings a week, as the final leg of the Sri Vijaya Puram – Diglipur 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: Diglipur (North Andaman) to Mayabunder
Directorate of Shipping Services (A&N Administration) also sails Diglipur (North Andaman) to Mayabunder, taking 2h 45m – 4h. Diglipur → Mayabunder takes 2h 15m – 4h: the overnight ships leave Diglipur at 14:00–15:00 and the daytime ship at 07:00.
Mayabunder to Diglipur (North Andaman) ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Departures from Mayabunder at 06:30 on the overnight ships from Sri Vijaya Puram (arriving 10:00–10:30) and at 13:45 on the daytime ship (arriving 16:30)
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
- 06:30
- 13:45
Return: Diglipur → Mayabunder takes 2h 15m – 4h: the overnight ships leave Diglipur at 14:00–15:00 and the daytime ship at 07:00.
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 Mayabunder and Diglipur (North Andaman)
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Directorate of Shipping Services (A&N Administration) | 2h 45m – 4h | MV Kalighat, M V Bharat Seema, MV Ranilakshmi |
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 Aerial Bay to Smith Island (via Gandhi Nagar) at 06:00 and 13:30
Tips for the Mayabunder to Diglipur (North Andaman) 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