The conference ferry to Star Island leaves from the Isles of Shoals Steamship Company dock, located at 315 Market St., Portsmouth, NH 03801.
Take I-95 South into New Hampshire. Immediately after you cross the bridge over the state line, take NH Exit 7. At the end of the exit ramp, take a left onto Market Street; the dock is about 3/4 mile on left. Use the second entrance (look for the big ISSCO sign) and speak to the parking attendant.
Take I-89 or I-93 South into Manchester, New Hampshire. Then take NH-101 East to I-95 North, and follow directions from the South (below).
Take I-95 North to Exit 7 in New Hampshire. At the end of the exit ramp, take a right onto Market Street; the dock is about 3/4 mile on left. Use the second entrance (look for the big ISSCO sign) and speak to the parking attendant.
Take NH-101 East to I-95 North, then follow the directions from the South (above).
You've clearly got your own boat, and don't need our help. Call the Rye Harbormaster to reserve a mooring in either Rye Harbor or Gosport Harbor.
The Greyhound bus stop at 54 Hanover St. in downtown Portsmouth is the closest to the dock. To reach Greyhound, call 800-231-2222 or visit www.greyhound.com.
C & J Bus Service is located at 185 Grafton Road; call 800-258-7111.
The two closest airports are Boston Logan and Manchester, NH. Companies that provide transfer services between Portsmouth and the airports change frequently; your best bet is to check the airports' web pages for current information.
Last Updated by Ben Cordes, November 2023