Where and when do ferries run in Louisiana?

For information on the operational status of the Reserve, White Castle, and Plaquemine ferries call 1-888-613-3779 or (225) 379-1916.

For information on CCCD click on (New Orleans Ferry Information) or call (504) 376-8100.

For information on the Cameron ferry call (337) 437-9195 or (337) 437-9100

How much does it cost to ride a ferry?

To ride a ferry headed westbound, the cost is $1 per car and 25 cents for pedestrians (people who walk onto the ferry). To ride a ferry headed eastbound, there is no charge.

What is the cost of ferry tickets, and how do I obtain them?

For those who ride ferries often, a book of ferry tickets is a more economical option. Ferry tickets come in books of 25 each, and each book of tickets costs $12.50. You only need one ticket to ride a ferry headed westbound. No ticket is required to ride a ferry headed eastbound.

To obtain tickets for ferries in the Baton Rouge area (White Castle-Carville, Plaquemine-Sunshine, Edgard-Reserve), you may either visit the District 61 office located at 8100 Airline Highway, or send a check or money order in a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

LA DOTD - District 61
P.O. Box 831
Baton Rouge, LA 70821

For information on tickets for New Orleans ferries, you can contact CCCD online at or by phone at (504) 376-8100.

Click on for Ferry Information.