Mexico
Santa Rosalía → Guaymas
Mexferry’s mid-gulf crossing links Santa Rosalía, the old copper-mining town on Baja California Sur’s east coast, with Guaymas in Sonora — the shortest Sea of Cortez ferry for drivers heading between central Baja and the mainland.
Santa Rosalía to Guaymas ferry at a glance
The ferry from Santa Rosalía to Guaymas takes 9h 30m – 10h across the Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), operated by Mexferry. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: three sailings a week in each direction.
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.
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Return crossing: Guaymas to Santa Rosalía
Mexferry also sails Guaymas to Santa Rosalía, taking 9h 30m – 10h. All three sailings from Guaymas are overnight (20:00, arriving 06:00).
Santa Rosalía to Guaymas ferry timetable & sailing pattern
3 sailings a week each way
Published departure times
- Santa Rosalía: Wed 08:30 (arr. 18:00), Fri 08:30 (arr. 18:00), Sun 20:00 (arr. 06:00)
- Guaymas: Tue, Thu and Sat 20:00 (arr. 06:00)
Return: All three sailings from Guaymas are overnight (20:00, arriving 06:00).
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Mexferry timetable →Check prices & book on Mexferry →Source: Mexferry Servicios page (weekly timetable with arrival times). Verified 2026-09-29.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Santa Rosalía and Guaymas
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Mexferry | 10h overnight; 9h 30m on the Wed/Fri day sailing from Santa Rosalía | Mexferry |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
81 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Santa Rosalía ticket office: Carretera Transpeninsular km 196, Terminal de Transporte Exterior No. 3 inside the port area
- Guaymas ticket office: Acceso Terminal de Transbordadores, Recinto Portuario Zona Franca s/n, Col. Punta Arena
Tips for the Santa Rosalía to Guaymas Crossing
- Mexferry has 166 seats and only four cabins (eight berths), so book a cabin early for the overnight sailings.
- Mexferry notes that its timetable is subject to change without notice.