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 in October will include a $7 fuel surcharge per crossing ($14 round trip).

Reservations for travel on or after November 1 will include a $9 fuel surcharge per crossing ($18 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.

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 in October will include a $7 fuel surcharge per crossing ($14 round trip).

Reservations for travel on or after November 1 will include a $9 fuel surcharge per crossing ($18 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.

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Enjoy the colorful and robust history of “America’s First Seaside Resort.” From preserved Victorian mansions, to dockside seafood bars and some of the best sunsets in the world, there are so many great things to do in Southernmost New Jersey. 

Click on any of the boxes below for inspiration ideas, or check out the links here on travel suggestions from some local tourism experts. 

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