commuter ferry

Workday water bus

A commuter ferry is a passenger boat that runs scheduled routes, typically carrying workers between residential areas and employment centers.

Unlike recreational ferries or cruise services, commuter ferries operate on tight schedules during rush hours: She takes the commuter ferry from Staten Island to Manhattan every morning.

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Large scheduled passenger vessel

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