SERVICE ALERTS

Fuel Surcharge Effective for Travel Beginning October 12

Due to rising fuel costs, the Cape May–Lewes Ferry will implement a temporary fuel surcharge for travel beginning October 12, 2026.

Reservations for travel on or after October 12 will include a $7 fuel surcharge per crossing ($14 round trip).

The fuel surcharge is expected to remain in effect through December 31, 2026 and may change based on fuel costs. Please review current fares when making your reservation.

BOOKING & RESERVATION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE | October 20-21, 2026 9:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.

Between 9:00 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, October 20 and 5:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 21, our reservation and on-line booking system will be unavailable due to maintenance.
Please make all reservations or changes to reservations outside of this window. We apologize for any inconvenience as we improve your customer experience.
SERVICE ALERTS

Fuel Surcharge Effective for Travel Beginning October 12

Due to rising fuel costs, the Cape May–Lewes Ferry will implement a temporary fuel surcharge for travel beginning October 12, 2026.

Reservations for travel on or after October 12 will include a $7 fuel surcharge per crossing ($14 round trip).

The fuel surcharge is expected to remain in effect through December 31, 2026 and may change based on fuel costs. Please review current fares when making your reservation.

BOOKING & RESERVATION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE | October 20-21, 2026 9:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.

Between 9:00 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, October 20 and 5:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 21, our reservation and on-line booking system will be unavailable due to maintenance.
Please make all reservations or changes to reservations outside of this window. We apologize for any inconvenience as we improve your customer experience.

How to Get to the Cape May–Lewes Ferry

Planning your trip to the Cape May–Lewes Ferry? Whether you’re sailing from Delaware or New Jersey, getting to our terminals is easy and scenic. The Ferry offers a relaxing 17-mile, 85-minute cruise across the Delaware Bay, connecting Cape May, NJ, and Lewes, DE—two charming coastal towns perfect for a day trip or extended vacation.

Below, you’ll find directions, GPS coordinates, and travel tips for both terminals, along with nearby transit options if you’re traveling as a foot passenger.

The MV New Jersey nearly at the dock

Cape May Terminal (North Cape May, New Jersey)

🚗 Driving Directions & GPS Coordinates

Cape May Terminal (North Cape May, New Jersey)
📍 Address: 1200 Lincoln Blvd, North Cape May, NJ 08204
📡 GPS Coordinates: 38.968719, -74.959717

Located at the southern tip of New Jersey, our Cape May Terminal is easily accessible from Garden State Parkway Exit 0. Follow signs to the ferry terminal after the toll plaza. Plenty of on-site parking is available, and walk-on passengers can also take advantage of local rideshare services or Cape May County Transit.

Google Map of the Cape May Ferry Terminal Location

Lewes Terminal (Lewes, Delaware)

🚗 Driving Directions & GPS Coordinates

Lewes Terminal (Lewes, Delaware)
📍 Address: 43 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, DE 19958
📡 GPS Coordinates: 38.782424, -75.119877

The Lewes Terminal is located near Cape Henlopen State Park and just minutes from Coastal Highway (Route 1). From Route 1, follow signs for the Lewes Historic District and continue onto Cape Henlopen Drive. Look for signage guiding you to the ferry entrance. Free parking is available for vehicles and bicycles.

Google Map of the Lewes Ferry Terminal Location

🧭 Tips for Foot Passengers & Public Transit

In Cape May, foot passengers can connect to NJ TRANSIT’s Bus Route 552 for service to and from Wildwood, Rio Grande, and Cape May City. Seasonal trolleys also operate nearby during summer months.

Download the NJ Transit Bus Route 552 Schedule

In Lewes, the DART First State Route 204 stops at the ferry terminal, providing easy connections to Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, and shopping destinations along Route 1, as well as to the DART Beach Bus.

For more help planning your visit, see our pages on Schedules & Fares, Walk-on Passenger & Bicycle Information, and Parking & Terminal Info.

2023 50 Millionth Passengers are shown with a banner and the captain on board the Ferry
Traffic at the Cape May terminal

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🛳️ Ready to Set Sail?

Once you’ve arrived, grab a bite to eat, watch the ferries pull in, or enjoy the terminal’s family-friendly amenities before boarding. Your Delaware Bay journey is just a click away—book your ferry reservation now.

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