Southport Fort Fisher Ferry

Whether you're embarking on a sunny beach vacation, visiting charming seaside villages, exploring the area's rich history, or just enjoying some of the country's best fishing spots, no visit to coastal North Carolina is complete without a ride on the North Carolina Ferry System. 

The Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry crosses the Cape Fear River/Intracoastal Waterway. The crossing time is 35 minutes. Schedule and fees are located on the Ferry System website or by calling 1-800-By-Ferry.
 

Southport – Fort Fisher — ONE-WAY FARES: (Fares are subject to change)

Pedestrian...$1   (Under age 2 — free)

Bicycle Rider...$2

Motorcycle...$3

Scooter...$3

Golf Cart or ATV ...$3

3 Wheel Motorcycle...$3

Motorcycle with Trailer...$5

Motorcycle with Side Car...$5

Vehicle and/or combination less than 20 feet ...$5

Vehicle and/or combination 20 feet up to 40 feet...$10

Vehicle and/or combination over 40 feet up to 65 feet...$15 

Ferry Schedules Change and can be found by clicking here.

Southport -Fort Fisher Ferry

Southport Terminal

1650 Ferry Road

Southport, NC 28461

910.457-6942

Fort Fisher Ferry Terminal

2422 Fort Fisher Boulevard South

Kure Beach, NC 28449

910.458-3329

https://www.ncdot.gov/ferry/