Backers of a $4 billion development at Bader Field in Atlantic City say a high-speed ferry could carry passengers from New York City to Atlantic City by Memorial Day weekend. Seastreak Ferries has shown interest. The talks are still at an early stage.
Tommy Carr, a partner in Deem Development, said the trip would take 2 1/2 hours and cost $145 round trip. The ferry would dock at the Farley State Marina, close to the Golden Nugget casino.
Seastreak owner James Barker said his company owns two 600-person ferries, the Courageous and the Commodore, and either one could make the ocean trip. Faster boats might cut the ride to two hours if the service catches on…