South Tidewater News

The Elizabeth River Ferry will temporarily suspend service until further notice, effective January 19, 2024. This announcement was made on January 19, 2024, by the Hampton Roads Transit (HRT). The decision to suspend the ferry service was taken in order to address certain issues pertaining to the ferry landings.

In a public notice, HRT stated, "Effective Jan. 19: The Elizabeth River Ferry will temporarily suspend service until further notice. Shuttle service will be provided between the impacted ferry landings." This means that while the ferry service is suspended, passengers will still be able to travel between the affected ferry landings using the provided shuttle service.

Passengers who rely on the Elizabeth River Ferry for their daily commute or travel plans are advised to visit the HRT website, gohrt.com, or call 757-222-6100 for more information. These channels will provide updates on the status of the ferry service and any changes to the shuttle service.

The temporary suspension of the Elizabeth River Ferry is expected to cause inconvenience for regular ferry users. However, HRT has assured the public that this decision was necessary to address the issues at hand and ensure the safety and efficiency of the ferry service. HRT is working diligently to resolve these issues and resume the ferry service as soon as possible.

In conclusion, the Elizabeth River Ferry will be temporarily suspended starting January 19, 2024, until further notice. Passengers are advised to use the shuttle service provided by HRT to travel between the affected ferry landings. Updates on the status of the ferry service can be found on the HRT website or by calling 757-222-6100. HRT is committed to resolving the issues and restoring the ferry service promptly.