Anderson Ferry
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rhaltn56
Murfreesboro, TN177 contributions
Oct 2020
For 5.00 you can sit back and enjoy this trip across the Ohio, One of the oldest operating Ferry's left. If you have never done then this is good one, easy access on and off, good to get to downtown Cincinnati. Recommend to and for all.
Written October 25, 2020
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XSharp
Cincinnati, OH35 contributions
Jun 2021
If I pick up anyone at CVG during the day, they are in for a treat. I love the winding road down to the river bank and the experience to be crossing the river at water level, feeling the wind as you go. The arrival in Ohio is less bucolic and takes away from the experience but I still do it. Reminds me to take my time to enjoy the nice things in life.
Written January 22, 2022
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MCM007fl
532 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
On our way to the airport to drop friends we noticed that travel on the other side of the road was backed up for miles. We were really dreading the trip back when we remembered the ferry. What a life saver! It was relaxing and got us across the river in no time. Also it was only $5!
Written March 14, 2021
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Steve B
Moraine, OH129 contributions
Aug 2019
A Group of us Get together on the Weekends ( Weather Permitting ) And go Motorcycle Riding and one of the Places we go is to Rabbit Hash and when we go there we Always take the Ferry Across the River and it is just a Nice scenic view for the Ride !
Written March 13, 2020
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Cath938
Salt Lake City, UT6 contributions
Jun 2015 • Family
We always take the ferry when arrive at Cincinnati airport and drive to west side of the city. This amazing old-style way of travel is so relaxing! And it doesn't take any longer than the Interstate if you happen to find the ferry waiting for you! The longest one needs to wait for a ferry is 15 minutes, but even then enjoy the moving barges.
Written July 7, 2015
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Ted2014
Cincinnati, OH27 contributions
Mar 2015
If you get the chance it is a must do in Cincinnati. If traffic is backed up to the airport this a great shortcut. Took the grandkids for ferry ride. They loved it to no end. The staff is very friendly. The kids were walking around on the boat, watching things in awe. And not bad for this old Grandpa too. Web site http://www.andersonferry.org
Written June 30, 2015
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Coover
Calimesa, CA117 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
We didn't get here on purpose, we were just looking around. Out GPS was set to not use Highways as we have found this is the best way to explore areas that we have never been. We were in North Kentucky, near the Cincinnati Airport (which is also in Kentucky), and we spotted the Anderson Ferry. Neither of us had ever been in Ohio, and we decided right away to take the Ferry. We had no idea of cost, we simply wanted to do this.
$5 got us and the car across the Ohio River to Ohio. It was a very nice, smooth ride while we relaxed in the car watching the river, the birds, and the scenery. It was great and we really enjoyed the trip.
I highly recommend it.
$5 got us and the car across the Ohio River to Ohio. It was a very nice, smooth ride while we relaxed in the car watching the river, the birds, and the scenery. It was great and we really enjoyed the trip.
I highly recommend it.
Written June 20, 2015
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JeezeLouise4u
Carleton, Michigan62 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
Anderson Ferry was established in 1817. Almost 200 years ago. They short trip across the river is about 15 min. long. The price is $5.00 for your car and all within it. It's a peaceful gentle ride across the river on a nice day in May. You can get out of your car to take better photos. Other folks riding across with us in their car said they've done this Many times. No big deal to them, but to us, it was a great experience with a feeling of reaching back into the history of this area....
Written May 19, 2015
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FB40
Virginia Beach, VA35 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
This is a fun way to cross the river and enjoy a Sunday drive. You can cross over into Boone County Ky, and have lunch, then catch the ferry back to Ohio.
Written July 14, 2014
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Brian P
Somerset, Kentucky, United States33 contributions
Feb 2013 • Family
We wanted to use the ferry to let the kids see how things are done when bridges couldn't be used. It is really quick, the employees are very nice and keep things moving as quick as possible. Cost to us, being a car was 5.00, so who wouldn't do something new for just 5.00. Great Website, with history if you need to look up the schedule. If you are crossing the river either KY To OH, or OH to KY I would take the ferry at least Once!
Written February 17, 2013
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bjenglish1966
Marathon, FL15 contributions
What is there to do once you cross and is it in walking distance?
Gloria H
New Richmond, OH
you can walk across it
occams-razor
Antioch, IL89 contributions
where is this actually located? when i save it on TA, it's way north of the border + the river...thanks!
Melanie S
146 contributions
Hi, the ferry is reached easily by taking Rt 50 west all along the Ohio River about 10 miles from Cincinnati. Anderson Ferry Rd is sort of perpendicular to Rt 50, & just a locator for this. You can almost see the ferry access on the river. Turn left, go over the tracks & you are there. When you arrive on the Kentucky side, you will need to turn right/west coming off the ferry on Rt 8, & then left on Rt 20 & up to I-275 for a major highway.
ed-stlouis
Saint Louis, MO73 contributions
Currently how much wait time should I expect on a Saturday morning Northbound?
ILovetoTravelX2
Cincinnati, OH127 contributions
We have never waited more than 15 minutes for any trip across either way even at morning rush or quitting time. They have 2 ferries so it looks backed up they add the 2nd one.
joneta w
Southport, IN5 contributions
fare with car
FUN4TWO45239
Cincinnati, OH7 contributions
Less than 10 bucks...Not sure of the exact amount...Probably closer to 5 bucks
Linda S
Medina, OH3 contributions
Where does this land on the kentucky side and any nearby attractions there? We would be on foot. Ty!
FUN4TWO45239
Cincinnati, OH7 contributions
Rt 8 in KY is a popular motorcycle and bicycle road to ride.... Going West to its termination, and then back again. The apple orchard/farm is the ONLY attraction with limited hours, but again a real blast with the kids in the fall around Halloween pumpkin picking time.! Lifetime photographic moments with your young ones.
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