Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry will open for the season on Friday, April 22, 2022.
The ferry carries passengers from St. Charles, Mo., to Grafton. The Illinois side of the landing is located near the Grafton Lighthouse and public boat ramp off Market Street. The landing on the Missouri side is at Grafton Ferry Road, which is just off of Highway 94.
The ferry will decrease travel time between St. Charles County to Grafton by approximately 30 minutes. The ferry will be able to accommodate buses and vans and people will be allowed to get out of their vehicles during the trek across the river.
Hours
Seasonal -- Opening for the season on Friday, April 22
Friday: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Closed Monday - Wednesday
Special Holiday Ferry Hours
The Grafton Ferry will run on Monday, Memorial Day, May 31 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Monday, Labor Day, Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Ferry Fees
Note: Cash Only
Vehicles -- Passenger cars and small trucks
One-way - $9
Round-trip - $17
Bicycles
One Way - $5
Foot Passenger
One Way - $4
Motorcycles
One Way - $6
Round Trip - $11
Dual Over 1 Ton
One Way - $10 (Tandem - $11; Semi - $14)
Trailers
One Way - $1 per axle
10-pass discount book available for $70
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