The Boston to Cape Cod ferry can save you hours of travel time, especially during the height of summer. It’s also a great way to get from Boston to Cape Cod without a car. Two companies sail a direct route from Boston to Provincetown: Bay State Cruises and City Cruises.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the ferry from Boston to Cape Cod?
1 hour 30 minutes
How much is the ferry from Boston to Cape Cod?
It depends on several factors for each company, like age, time of year, and time of day. I’ve linked the cost of each company below.
Where are you staying?
If you are staying in Provincetown, then you can likely walk to your destination from the pier. Otherwise, here are the closest towns.
Length of time from:
- Truro – 15 minutes
- Wellfleet – 25 minutes
- Eastham – 35 minutes
- Orleans – 40 minutes
- Brewster – 45 minutes
If you are still choosing a vacation spot, then make sure to read about the towns on Cape Cod!
Do you get seasick?
The ferries are catamarans and can definitely be affected by high winds and rough seas. If you get seasick easily, then I would consider a different travel option.
Do you have a backup travel plan?
The ferries are weather dependent and can be canceled in bad conditions. If you absolutely must reach your destination by a certain time, then make sure you have a backup travel plan.
Bay State Cruises
Bay State Cruises operates a high-speed ferry from Boston to Cape Cod.
Phone number: (617) 748-1428
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Operating Season
Mid-May to early December
Schedule
Schedule for Bay State Cruises
Cost
Location
200 Seaport Boulevard #50, Boston, MA 02210
City Cruises
City Cruises operates a high-speed ferry from Boston to Cape Cod.
Phone number: (800) 459-8105
Can you bring a bicycle?
Yes, for an extra fee
Can you bring a car?
No
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended
Operating Season
Mid-May to early October
Schedule
Cost
Location
1 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
I hope this guide on the Boston to Cape Cod ferry helped with your travel plans! For more travel tips, read about how to get from Boston to Cape Cod (including by plane).
If you are still choosing a vacation spot, then make sure to read about the towns on Cape Cod.
Also check out the Martha’s Vineyard ferry and the Nantucket ferry.