DRBA Approves New Fare Schedule for Cape May-Lewes Ferry

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A new fare schedule has been approved for the Cape May-Lewes Ferry (CMLF) during the DRBA’s monthly meeting. The ferry rate schedule will go into effect on April 1st. The new ferry rates are designed to improve farebox recovery, decrease the cost for families over time and offer preferential treatment for multi-trip customers – an…

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CMLF Cancels Tuesday Morning Departures

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Due to ongoing rough seas and high winds, the Ferry has cancelled the first two round trips this AM Cancelled departures are Cape May – 7am and 1030am Lewes- 845am and 1215pm Will continue to monitor the situation and more cancellations are possible.

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Ferry Upgrades Detailed In DRBA Capital Improvement Plan

The MV New Jersey of the Cape May - Lewes Ferry in drydock (photo courtesy of Delaware River and Bay Authority)
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Several infrastructure-related projects at the Cape May – Lewes Ferry are addressed in the Delaware River and Bay Authority’s 2022 Capital Improvement Program and Five-Year Strategic Plan. The program would fund annual vessel maintenance and dry-docking as well as the periodic replacement of motors. Also, a master plan would be updated to start the process…

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Ridership Rebounds On The Cape May – Lewes Ferry In 2021

The MV New Jersey (photo courtesy of Delaware River and Bay Authority / Cape May - Lewes Ferry)
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Ridership on the Cape May – Lewes Ferry reboundded during the busiest months of 2021, compared to 2020. According to a Delaware River and Bay Authority report, more than half-a-million passengers rode the ferry between May and October, and 171,600 vehicles also made the crossing. Numbers are also showing a very strong September and October.…

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Cape May – Lewes Ferry A Big Boost To Local Economy, Report Says

Cape May terminal of the Cape May - Lewes Ferry (photo courtesy, Delaware River and Bay Authority)
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The Cape May – Lewes Ferry does more than transport travelers, vehicles and cyclists across Delaware Bay. It’s also an important economic driving force, according to a study released by its operators, the Delaware River and Bay Authority. An independent consulting group’s analysis indicates that the ferry’s operations and activities contribute to 4,130 jobs, $152-million…

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Cape May-Lewes Ferry Reducing to Two Round Trips beginning Monday

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The Cape May-Lewes Ferry will reduce it’s operating schedule beginning Monday, March 23.  The ferry will offer two round trips – departing Cape May at 9am and 4pm and departing Lewes at 10:45 am and 5:45pm.  No foot passengers will be allowed and all vehicle passengers must remain in their vehicles during the crossing.  Additional…

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