Daufuskie Island Barge Schedule
Barge service from Broad Creek Marina on Hilton Head Island to Freeport Marina on Daufuskie Island. Load, departure and arrival times shift from day to day, so find your date below.
Policies, tides and transport.
Our barge schedule operates according to the high and low tides of the Hilton Head Island/Daufuskie Island area. Loading begins at low tide, and the barge departs as the tide rises enough for safe navigation.
The barge disembarks from Broad Creek Marina, Hilton Head Island, and lands at Freeport Marina, Daufuskie Island. Due to the ever-changing nature of the tides, departure and arrival times may vary. The barge runs at least Monday through Friday, providing reliable transportation to and from Daufuskie Island.
Please note that the schedule is subject to change based on weather conditions. Your safety and comfort are always our top priorities, and we are committed to delivering the best service possible.
Freight and oversized loads.
We provide reliable transportation of construction materials, equipment, vehicles, building supplies, landscaping materials, bulk materials, commercial freight, large or oversized loads, and modular homes.
Please be aware that we only accept aggregate loads if they are contained and covered in a vehicle, or contained in bulk landscaping bags that can be picked up by a forklift.
Find your day.
Every date lists when loading starts at Broad Creek Marina, when the barge leaves, when it reaches Freeport Marina, and how long you have on Daufuskie Island.
Times change daily
The barge moves later or earlier as the days go by. Always check the exact date you plan to travel.
Load early
Loading opens at the BCM Load time, one hour before the barge departs from Broad Creek Marina.
Questions?
Call the barge line at (843) 290-9336 to plan your crossing.
- BCM LoadLoading starts at Broad Creek Marina
- BCM DepartBarge leaves Broad Creek Marina
- FP ArriveBarge arrives at Freeport Marina
- Time on DIYour time on Daufuskie Island
72-hour notice required.
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise. If you need to cancel a confirmed barge reservation, we kindly require a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to the scheduled service date and barge departure time. This allows our team sufficient time to reallocate the square footage reserved for your cargo.
For example: If your reservation is scheduled for a 9:00 AM departure on Friday, notice of cancellation must be provided no later than 9:00 AM on Tuesday.
Cancellations made with less than 72 hours' notice will result in the full cost of the reservation being charged. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Built for dependable service.
Our barge measures 120 feet by 30 feet and is equipped with a 40-foot ramp. The vessel was built in 2013 and has operated reliably with a strong safety record.
Please note that any equipment or materials transported on the barge are carried at the owner's risk. We are not responsible for damage to loads or equipment unless such damage results directly from a U.S. Coast Guard–related incident. While incidents have been extremely rare over the years, we strongly encourage all parties to secure and protect their equipment appropriately prior to transport.