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Journey Information
You can pick from 6 daily ferry trips between North Cape May and Lewes. The average ferry journey from North Cape May to Lewes takes one hour and 25 minutes, though some ferries might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 17 mi (28 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $13.80 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Cape May-Lewes Ferry |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from North Cape May to Lewes?
There is one ferry company that operates from North Cape May to Lewes. Cape May-Lewes Ferry is the only company that connects the two cities by ferry. Fortunately, it has multiple scheduled ferries per day, so travelers still have a good amount of choice and flexibility.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape May-Lewes Ferry | 6 | 1h 25m | $13.80 |
Book Cape May-Lewes Ferry from North Cape May to Lewes from $14. There are 6 Cape May-Lewes Ferry schedules from North Cape May to Lewes and you can expect on average to pay for a Cape May-Lewes Ferry ticket to Lewes. In North Cape May, Cape May-Lewes Ferry departs to Lewes from Ferry Terminal and no other station. In Lewes, Cape May-Lewes Ferry arrives at Ferry Terminal and no other station.
An average trip on Cape May-Lewes Ferry from North Cape May to Lewes takes 1 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Cape May-Lewes Ferry offers 7 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Lewes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 17 miles (28 kilometers) from North Cape May to Lewes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short trip.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from North Cape May to Lewes is on Monday. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Thursday is the way to go.
The earliest ferry leaves North Cape May at 7:00am. The latest ferry leaves North Cape May at 6:00pm. To see the times for all ferries between the first and last ones, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in North Cape May?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in North Cape May.
All ferry stations in North Cape May:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Lewes?
Main arrival station: Ferry Terminal
All ferries from North Cape May arrive at one main station in Lewes.
Ferry stations in Lewes:
Ferry Terminal
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