Hyannis matters less for what it ships abroad than for what it keeps moving to two islands cut off from the mainland road network. From its Nantucket Sound terminal on Cape Cod, the Steamship Authority runs car ferries and dedicated freight vessels to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard, while Hy-Line Cruises operates fast passenger catamarans. The freight boats, several converted from Gulf-Coast offshore supply ships, carry groceries, building materials and general cargo that the islands cannot receive any other way. This is domestic lifeline traffic, not international shipping: there is no container liner service, customs clearance or deep-sea cargo here. The approach channel carries only about 3.4 m, and the terminal sits centrally on School Street. Importers with intercontinental or containerised freight use Boston or New Bedford instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Hyannis?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Hyannis is US HYA. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Hyannis located?▼

The port of Hyannis is located in United States (North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Hyannis?▼

Hyannis is a Very Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Hyannis?▼

The channel depth of Hyannis is 3.4 meters.

Location & Weather

41.65000, -70.28333

Channel depth: 3.4 m

Transit time routes from Hyannis

Los Angeles → Shanghai Los Angeles → Shenzhen Los Angeles → Guangzhou Los Angeles → Hong Kong Los Angeles → Tokyo Los Angeles → Busan

View all news

The information on this page is based on publicly available transport and infrastructure data. The logistics significance of a location may change. All information without warranty.

No partner at this location yet

Your company operates here? Be the first partner visible at this hub.

Become a visible partner