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Santa Rosa Island to Dauphin Island

Updated: March 24, 2024 01:14 PM
Dauphin Island

Santa Rosa Island to Dauphin Island

Language

The official language of both Santa Rosa Island and Dauphin Island is English.

Currency

The official currency of both Santa Rosa Island and Dauphin Island is the US dollar ($).

Distance

The distance between Santa Rosa Island and Dauphin Island is approximately 160 miles (257 kilometers).

How to Reach

There are a few ways to reach Dauphin Island from Santa Rosa Island:

  • By car: The drive from Santa Rosa Island to Dauphin Island takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By ferry: The Fort Morgan Ferry operates daily between Fort Morgan, Alabama (on the eastern tip of Santa Rosa Island) and Dauphin Island. The ferry ride takes about 30 minutes.
  • By plane: The closest airport to Dauphin Island is the Mobile Regional Airport (MOB), which is located about 40 miles (64 kilometers) away. From MOB, you can take a taxi or Uber to Dauphin Island.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Santa Rosa Island to Dauphin Island will vary depending on your mode of transportation and the time of year you travel. However, here are some general estimates:

  • By car: The cost of gas will vary depending on the price of gas at the time of your travel. However, you can expect to pay around $50-$75 for gas.
  • By ferry: The cost of a round-trip ferry ticket is $18 for adults and $9 for children ages 6-12. Children under 6 are free.
  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket from MOB to Dauphin Island will vary depending on the time of year you travel and the airline you fly with. However, you can expect to pay around $100-$200 for a round-trip ticket.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Dauphin Island is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild. However, Dauphin Island is a popular tourist destination year-round, so you can expect to find crowds during the summer months.

What to Eat

Dauphin Island is known for its fresh seafood. Some of the local favorites include:

  • Shrimp
  • Oysters
  • Red snapper
  • Grouper
  • Flounder

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do on Dauphin Island. Some of the most popular attractions include:

  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab: This marine science center offers a variety of exhibits and programs on marine life.
  • Fort Gaines: This historic fort was built in the 1820s to protect Mobile Bay. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction.
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach: This beautiful beach is a great place to swim, sunbathe, and fish.
  • Estuarium: This nature center features exhibits on the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta.
  • Birding: Dauphin Island is a great place to go birding. The island is home to a variety of birds, including pelicans, herons, and egrets.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Rosa Island to Dauphin Island:

  1. How long does it take to get from Santa Rosa Island to Dauphin Island? The drive from Santa Rosa Island to Dauphin Island takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes. The ferry ride from Fort Morgan to Dauphin Island takes about 30 minutes.
  2. How much does it cost to get from Santa Rosa Island to Dauphin Island? The cost of traveling from Santa Rosa Island to Dauphin Island will vary depending on your mode of transportation and the time of year you travel. However, here are some general estimates:
    • By car: The cost of gas will vary depending on the price of gas at the time of your travel. However, you can expect to pay around $50-$75 for gas.
    • By ferry: The cost of a round-trip ferry ticket is $18 for adults and $9 for children ages 6-12. Children under 6 are free.
    • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket from MOB to Dauphin Island will vary depending on the time of year you travel and the airline you fly with. However, you can expect to pay around $100-$200 for a round-trip ticket.
  3. What is the best time to visit Dauphin Island? The best time to visit Dauphin Island is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild. However, Dauphin Island is a popular tourist destination year-round, so you can expect to find crowds during the summer months.
  4. What are some of the things to do on Dauphin Island? There are many things to see and do on Dauphin Island. Some of the most popular attractions include:
    • Dauphin Island Sea Lab
    • Fort Gaines
    • Dauphin Island Public Beach
    • Estuarium
    • Birding

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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