Scenic VTA bus ride from Vineyard Haven to Edgartown on Martha’s Vineyard. See the route, seasonal service info, and what to expect along the way.
Take a bus ride from Vineyard Haven to Edgartown, on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. The Martha's Vineyard Transit Authority (VTA) is a public authority on the island. The VTA provides year-round public transit service to the six towns of Martha's Vineyard: Aquinnah, Chilmark, Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Tisbury and West Tisbury. The VTA's transportation services consist of both fixed route and paratransit services (known as the Lift). Fixed route service varies throughout the year, depending on the seasonal travel demand. The VTA's peak season of operation typically runs from May to October, with fourteen routes that travel Island-wide. This bus ride will take you between two towns.
VTA public transit bus in Edgartown
The VTA (Vineyard Transit Authority) Route 13 connects Vineyard Haven and Edgartown, the two most popular towns for visitors arriving by ferry. The ride takes approximately 25-30 minutes depending on stops and traffic, and runs every 30-40 minutes during peak summer season.
The bus departs from the Steamship Authority terminal stop in Vineyard Haven, just a short walk from the Steamship ferry dock. Along the route, you'll pass through the Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road corridor, with views of farms, ponds, and the island's interior landscape.
VTA buses are fare-free through June 30, 2027 under a state program. Buses have bike racks (first come, first served) and are wheelchair accessible. In summer, the buses run from approximately 6:30 AM to 11:45 PM. Winter service is reduced but still connects the main towns daily. No reservation needed. Just wave down the bus at any marked stop, or flag the driver between stops (the VTA allows "flag stops" on most routes). This is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to explore the island without a car.
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