Question 1

Where does Catalina Express sail?

Accepted Answer

Catalina Express sails four routes between five ports in the United States, mostly Avalon, San Pedro (Los Angeles) and Long Beach. From Avalon: San Pedro (Los Angeles), Long Beach and Dana Point. From San Pedro (Los Angeles): Avalon and Two Harbors.

Question 2

What is the longest crossing with Catalina Express?

Accepted Answer

The longest crossing with Catalina Express, from Avalon to Dana Point, takes an hour and a half and runs every day.

Question 3

Can I take my car with Catalina Express?

Accepted Answer

No. These are high-speed boats for foot passengers.

Question 4

Does Catalina Express sail all year?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Catalina Express sails all year round; some lines are seasonal. Avalon to San Pedro (Los Angeles) and Two Harbors to San Pedro (Los Angeles) run late June to mid-October.

Question 5

What ships does Catalina Express sail?

Accepted Answer

Catalina Express sails eight ships, carrying 2,076 passengers in all; the largest, Catalina Jet, takes 449 passengers. They are Catalina Jet, Jet Cat Express, Cat Express, Starship Express, Islander Express, Catalina Express, Avalon Express and Super Express.

Question 6

Which companies did Catalina Express take over from?

Accepted Answer

Catalina Express took over from Catalina Cruises (2001) and Catalina Island Steamship Line (1975).