Cape May-Lewes Ferry

Ferry was a fun way to visit friends in Cape May while being in Rehoboth for New Year’s weekend! Reasonably priced for 2 way transportation by foot. Car prices are a little high, especially when you need to pay per person too. They take AAA for small discount. Couldn’t locate any coupons in any of the entertainment books in Delaware. All in all, it was fun way to travel.

We got to the ferry terminal in Lewes a couple hours before our scheduled ferry crossing. We had plenty of time to peruse the gift shop, and enjoy lunch in the terminal. Some friends from the local area came and met us for coffee and conversation while we waited for our turn to board. There was a bridge club meeting there, and there were plenty of tables for them to enjoy their afternoon games. We ordered a DE Dock Burger «an Eastern Shore Masterpiece»…a delicious burger topped with crab dip, cheddar cheese, onion ring, lettuce and tomato, which came with a side of their house made Fresh Ferry Chips. Super #YUM. The bartender there was very friendly, and was the one who suggested those items off the menu. She was spot on with that recommendation!
I was a little nervous about the crossing, because it was very foggy, chilly and rainy, and the water seemed pretty choppy from looking at the ocean that morning. However, everyone there was very friendly and reassuring, and once we boarded the ferry, we settled in to the almost hour and a half journey in comfortable seats upstairs near the snack bar and televisions with free wifi service. We did walk around the ferry, checking everything out, but there were not many views to be had, as I mentioned before the weather was foul. The bathrooms were clean, and everyone I encountered who worked on the ferry was extremely friendly and helpful.
We were traveling from Ocean City, MD to New York City, and this was a fun way to cross over the Delaware through South Jersey up towards the city. It was a nice break in all of the driving we were doing, as well. I highly recommend taking your kids on this ferry during the beautiful Spring/​Summer months to experience another way of travel!

The Cape May — Lewes Ferry may be one of the most unrated shore attractions. I’ve broken down the experience below:
The Boats:
— They appear to be new and are kept very clean
— There is ample seating indoors and out
— Car parking is on the first level, you don’t have to stay with your car
— There is a bar and gift shop on-​board
— Free wifi!
The Ports:
— There is security– but only for walk-​ons which seems kind of silly.
— The ports are beautiful, very scenic
— There are restaurants and bars to keep you entertained while you wait
— They are not within walking distance to much– so you’ll need a ride or taxi
— You can rent bikes right at the Lewes Port
— Free Parking for your car!
Tips:
— If you plan on riding the ferry alot, look into buying the pass book which has discounted fairs
— Senior Citizens receive discounted tickets

Absolutely love this ferry. Have been taking it round trip once a year for the past 10 years or so, really beautiful ride, friendly and helpful staff, always fairly clean. Worth the trip!

The ferry is, in my opinion, affordable way to cross from Delaware to New Jersey or vice versa. It cost me $ 42 plus $ 5 per kid in the back seat. The ride is about an hour which you spend looking out in the water or having some food/​drink, perhaps shopping in their giftshop. This time I had some nice binoculars to look out to sea but if you don’t have any, they have the coin-​op ones available.
I actually went out of my way to take my crew across the ferry so they could experience something different than the everyday travel.

Great way to travel. I am definitely going to use the ferry again. Super relaxing way to get connection without hitting all the DC traffic when traveling to Virginia. It does not shorten the trip but makes it more fun.
The views and fresh air are great, the interior cabin is very comfy.

Great, easy way of traveling. This review is solely about accessing as a foot passenger. I travelled with my car many years ago. Life is so easy as a foot passenger on the ferry. No need to reserve a ticket in advance. You can park right at the ferry and parking is free. It is really inexpensive, and they offer a shuttle for $ 4 on the cape may side if you are going over to shop and visit the town. There were plenty of places to go on the boat itself, inside in the air conditioning and outside both sun and shade, particularly on those comfortable Adirondack comfy chairs. The snack bar helped us with our breakfast and a drink on the return trip. All of the ferry staff is wonderful and so helpful.
The only difference as an auto passenger, there is a $ 48 fee one way on the ferry and dive they only hold so many vehicles, it is possible you might have to wait a longer time during busy periods of the year. All in all a great way to get from Delaware to New Jersey and vice versa.

Need a way to get to Jersey from Delaware?
Going on a road trip?
Don’t wanna kill your miles?
Cape May-​Lewes Ferry is perfect for drivers and the like.
For about 20 bucks, you can park your car and enjoy the ocean view while you cruise along the atlantic.
Facilities are pretty clean, they offer a bar and a snack area. I had their clam chowder during my ride here and it wasn’t bad. Didnt’ taste like microwaved or frozen packaged food.
I wish the views were more interesting or there was more to do on the boat. Otherwise this is a great alternative to getting to NJ from DE.