Leave the traffic behind and travel across Cape Cod Bay by boat. Captain John Boats’ Fast Ferry connects Plymouth and Provincetown in approximately 90 minutes, giving you a relaxing way to reach the Outer Cape.
The ferry departs from State Pier at 77 Water Street in Plymouth and arrives at MacMillan Wharf in Provincetown, putting you close to Commercial Street, shops, restaurants, galleries, and many of Provincetown’s most popular attractions.
The Fast Ferry schedule gives you a full day to explore Provincetown before returning to Plymouth.
Plymouth to Provincetown
Departs Plymouth: 9:00 AM
Arrives in Provincetown: 10:30 AM
Provincetown to Plymouth
Departs Provincetown: 4:30 PM
Arrives in Plymouth: 6:00 PM
The crossing takes approximately 90 minutes each way.
Please arrive approximately 60 minutes before departure to allow time for parking, ticketing, and boarding.
Once you arrive at MacMillan Wharf, Provincetown is ready to explore. Walk Commercial Street, visit local galleries and shops, explore the Pilgrim Monument, take a dune tour, relax at the beach, or enjoy a meal overlooking the harbor. With several hours in town, you can create your own Cape Cod day trip.
The trip across Cape Cod Bay is part of the experience. Enjoy views of the coastline and open water from the ferry’s indoor seating or open-air decks. An onboard galley offers food, snacks, and beverages, including cocktail service for guests 21 and older.
The ferry features:
Round-trip and one-way tickets are available, along with bicycle transportation and group rates. Click below for current fares, availability, and to purchase tickets. Parking and boarding information is provided with your reservation confirmation.
Captain John Boats has been operating from Plymouth since 1946. The company offers whale watching, deep-sea fishing, harbor cruises, private charters, and ferry service to Provincetown. With decades of experience on Cape Cod Bay, Captain John Boats offers visitors a variety of ways to experience Plymouth and the surrounding waters.
The Fast Ferry from Plymouth to Provincetown takes approximately 90 minutes each way, providing a quick and scenic crossing of Cape Cod Bay.
In Plymouth, the ferry departs from State Pier located at 77 Water Street. It arrives at MacMillan Wharf in Provincetown, which is conveniently close to Commercial Street and many local attractions.
The ferry departs Plymouth at 9:00 AM and arrives in Provincetown at 10:30 AM. The return trip leaves Provincetown at 4:30 PM and arrives back in Plymouth at 6:00 PM, allowing a full day to explore Provincetown.
The ferry offers indoor and outdoor seating, onboard restrooms, food and beverage service including cocktails for guests 21 and older, bicycle transportation, and welcomes leashed, well-behaved dogs at no extra charge.
Yes, the ferry accommodates bicycle transportation and allows leashed, well-behaved dogs onboard at no additional charge, making it convenient for travelers with pets and bikes.
Passengers are advised to arrive approximately 60 minutes before departure to allow sufficient time for parking, ticketing, and boarding procedures.
Yes, both round-trip and one-way tickets are available. Additionally, group rates and bicycle transportation options can be purchased online with parking and boarding information provided upon reservation.
Upon arrival at MacMillan Wharf, visitors can explore Commercial Street, visit galleries and shops, see the Pilgrim Monument, take dune tours, relax on the beach, or enjoy dining with harbor views, making for a full day of activities.
Captain John Boats operates the Fast Ferry service. They have been serving Plymouth since 1946 and also offer whale watching, deep-sea fishing, harbor cruises, and private charters in the area.
Located in Plymouth, MA only 45 minutes south of Boston and 45 minutes north of New Bedford. We are also a 90-minute ferry to and from Provincetown.