The Hatteras ferry crossing is FREE and takes about 1 hour. It makes up to 40 departures a day depending on the season.
If you're making a daytrip to Ocracoke, please plan to arrive at the Hatteras ferry landing as early as possible for the first-come, first-served ferry. Be an early bird and you won't wait in line! The busiest spring, summer, and fall daytripping days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. You can avoid a long wait by arriving at the ferry before 9am, or visiting Ocracoke on Monday, Friday, and/or the weekend.
The schedule can be subject to change due to weather conditions and traffic. It's always a good idea to call ahead at (252)-996-6000. Enjoy the ride!
For NCDOT ferry route information, schedules, and reservations, click here.
You can also get information or make a reservation by calling 1-800-BY-FERRY.
06/11/2020 - 15:55
Ferries to increase service on Hatteras route June 16; daily departures to increase from 36 to 52.
05/22/2020 - 15:09
The N.C. Ferry Division will offer increased service starting Saturday, due to greater expected demand and the easing of certain COVID-19 restrictions.
05/12/2020 - 16:25
Ferry System to increase service on Hatteras-Ocracoke route May 13th.
05/09/2020 - 11:23
NC Ferry Division plans for more passengers & warmer weather.
04/28/2020 - 11:26
COVID-19 concerns make vehicle ferries safer for social distancing.
03/31/2020 - 15:13
New schedules go into effect today, March 31st.
02/12/2020 - 22:17
Ferry system to resume three-boat schedule on Pamlico Sound February 13th.
02/07/2020 - 16:30
As of Monday, February 10, 2020, the 7 a.m. run from Ocracoke to SQ will be reinstated!
12/26/2019 - 20:00
This will be the schedule for Swan Quarter and Cedar Island until May.
12/02/2019 - 16:23
Updated 5 years ago
Tolls on Pamlico Sound routes waived until N.C. 12 reopens.
