One of Provincetown’s many charms is its place at the very tip of Cap Cod: An escape at the edge of the world. As a result, traveling in and out of Provincetown may include a variety of modes – planes, trains, automobiles, buses, and/or ferries.
- Ptown is approximately two hours from Boston by car and less than 30 minutes by air.
- Two ferry companies offer seasonal service from Boston with high-speed options that cut your commute to 90 minutes. Ferry service is also available between Plymouth, MA and Provincetown.
Check out the table below to learn more about getting to Ptown by car, boat, air, bus or train.
Fast Ferry Schedules (2024 Season)
SUMMER SEASON (May 16 – October 20)
Ferry schedules are subject to change and can be affected by adverse weather and/or nautical conditions.
Contact ferry service providers directly for updates or to inquire about service availability.
Boston -> Provincetown
| Depart Boston | Arrive Ptown | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | 10:05 AM | 7 Days a Week |
| 1:00 PM | 2:35 PM | 7 Days a Week |
| 5:30 PM | 7:05 PM | 7 Days a Week |
Provincetown -> Boston
| Depart Ptown | Arrive Boston | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM | 8:15 AM | Mondays, July 8 – Sept 3* |
| 10:30 AM | 12:05 PM | 7 Days a Week |
| 3:00 PM | 4:35 PM | 7 Days a Week |
| 7:30 PM | 9:05 PM | 7 Days a Week |
*EARLY MONDAY morning boats will start Monday, July 8th and run every Monday through Labor Day. Please note that due to the holiday, the early boat will depart Ptown on TUESDAY Sept 3rd instead of Monday, Sept 2nd.
Boston -> Provincetown
| Depart Boston | Arrive Ptown | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | 10:35 AM | 7 Days a Week, All Season Memorial Day, Labor Day & Indigenous Peoples Day |
| 9:00 AM | 10:45 AM | Saturday & Sunday, October 18 – 20 |
| 2:00 PM | 3:35 PM | Saturday & Sunday, May 16 – June 9 7 Days a Week, June 10 – Sept 3 Saturday & Sunday, Sept 4 – 29 Memorial Day, Labor Day & Indigenous Peoples Day |
| 5:00 PM | 6:45 PM | Friday October 18 – 20 |
| 7:00 PM | 8:45 PM | Thursday – Sunday, June 10 – Sept 3 |
Memorial Day May 27, departures at 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Labor Day Weekend September 2 & 3, departures at 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend October 11 – 14, departures at 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Provincetown -> Boston
| Depart Ptown | Arrive Boston | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 11:30 AM | 1:05 PM | Saturday & Sunday, May 16 – June 9 7 Days a Week, June 10 – Sept 3 Saturday & Sunday, Sept 4 – 29 Memorial Day, Labor Day & Indigenous Peoples Day |
| 5:30 PM | 7:05 PM | 7 Days a Week, All Season Memorial Day, Labor Day & Indigenous Peoples Day |
| 5:30 PM | 7:15 PM | Saturday & Sunday, October 18 – 20 |
| 7:00 PM | 8:45 PM | Friday, October 18 – 20 |
| 9:00 PM | 10:45 PM | Thursday – Sunday, June 10 – Sept 3 |
Labor Day Weekend September 2 & 3, departures at 11:30 AM & 5:30 PM
Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend October 11 – 14, departures at 11:30 AM & 5:30 PM
LATE FALL SEASON (October 25 – December 1)
Ferry schedules are subject to change and can be affected by adverse weather and/or nautical conditions.
Contact ferry service providers directly for updates or to inquire about service availability.
Boston -> Provincetown
| Depart Boston | Arrive Ptown | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM | 2:40 PM | Friday (except Wed, Nov 27) |
| 8:30 AM | 10:10 AM | Saturday + Sunday |
Provincetown -> Boston
| Depart Ptown | Arrive Boston | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 PM | 4:40 PM | Friday (except Wed, Nov 27) |
| 3:00 PM | 4:40 PM | Saturday + Sunday |
Boston -> Provincetown
No service available
Provincetown -> Boston
No service available
By Car
By Boat
By Air
By Bus
By Train
By Car
From Boston
Provincetown is a 2 ½ hour drive from Boston and environs including Logan Airport, South Station, and the bus terminals.
From Rhode Island
Provincetown is a 2 ½ hour drive from Providence and Providence’s T.F. Green Airport.
From New York
Provincetown is approximately a 5 – 5 ½ hour car ride. Enterprise has a car rental office at Provincetown Airport.
Parking
Parking Enforcement is from April 1st through October 31st, 7 days a week including holidays. The town has several municipal lots. See map on the Town’s Parking page.
By Boat
CAPTAIN JOHN BOATS FAST FERRY
Passenger ferry service between Plymouth & Provincetown. Galley & bar service. Open air decks & climate controlled cabin. Bikes free of charge. State Pier, 77 Water Street, Plymouth – MacMillan Wharf, Provincetown.
BOAT DOCKING
To reserve a mooring or slip for a night or a weekend:
FLYER’S BOAT SHOP
Call 508-487-0898 or hail them on VHF CH 11.
PROVINCETOWN MARINA
Call 508-487-0571 or hail them on VHF CH 09.
LONG POINT MARINA
Call 774-593-5120 or hail them on VHF CH 14.
By Air
Cape Air
Air service from Boston is a quick, 20-minute scenic trip with fantastic views of Boston and Cape Cod. Cape Air offers fast, frequent, year-round flights between Provincetown and Boston, and seasonal flights between Provincetown and New York. Cape Air has ticketing and baggage agreements with most major carriers to make connecting a breeze.
For reservations, call 800-CAPEAIR 800-227-3247, Outside of US & USVI 508-771-6944.
Provincetown Airport
Provincetown Airport is located on Race Point Road and minutes from town.
By Bus
Bus service is available from Boston, Plymouth, and Hyannis.
PLYMOUTH & BROCKTON STREET RAILWAY CO. (P&B BUS)
Regular, year-round bus service between Provincetown (MacMillan Pier), Hyannis (Transportation Center) & Boston (South Station) & Boston Logan Airport. From Hyannis, you can connect to Peter Pan Bus to Providence, RI and Grand Central in New York.
For schedules and tickets, call 508-746-0378.
BUS ROUTE: HYANNIS TO/FROM PROVINCETOWN
Hyannis – Provincetown Bus line runs every day of the week. Bus stops are located in Hyannis, Harwich, Orleans, Eastham, North Eastham, South Wellfleet, Wellfleet, Truro, North Truro, and Provincetown. Plymouth & Brockton bus amenities include roomy interior, Wi-Fi, A/C, overhead luggage compartments, wheelchair accessibility, and more.
Shuttle service is available on the Lower Cape.
CAPE COD REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY (CCRTA)
Beginning May 24, CCRTA will begin its expanded Friday, Saturday, and Sunday weekend service through June 21. Beginning June 22, early morning and late night service will expand to 7 days per week. Daily bus service from Stop & Shop in Orleans to Cumberland Farms in Provincetown.
The Flex bus connects with the H2O Line at Stop & Shop Orleans, Skaket Corners Orleans, Underground Plaza Orleans and Star Market in Harwich, and in the summer the Provincetown/North Truro Shuttle at Highland Road, Truro and Stop & Shop.
Flex also connects with the Plymouth & Brockton bus service to Boston; at CVS Orleans, Eastham Town Hall, Farrell’s Market, Wellfleet, Jam’s Store, Truro, Highland Road @ 6A Truro, and MacMillan Pier, Provincetown.
For customer service, call 800-352-7155.
NATIONAL CHARTER BUS BOSTON
Interested in visiting the Provincetown Business Guild? Leave it to National Charter Bus Boston to arrange your group transportation to and from the area. We offer 18-, 20-, 25- and 56-passenger charter bus rentals that can accommodate all group types. Whether you’re on a family vacation or are visiting as part of a corporate trip, we can simplify group travel for all passengers on-board. Contact us at 617-275-8102 for a free, no-obligation trip quote!
BOSTON CHARTER BUS COMPANY
Provincetown, Massachusetts has plenty of activities, attractions and sites for your group to enjoy. Let Boston Charter Bus Company help you explore the city with our 24/7 charter bus rental service. From spending all day at Race Point Beach to visiting the Pilgrim Monument after a long hike, we can provide group transportation for any trip, anytime. Whether you’re in town as a tourist, for a corporate event, wedding, sports game or on a school field trip, our aim is to ensure that you find the perfect bus rental for your journey. Contact us at 718-502-9983 to speak to our reservation team!
GOGO CHARTERS BOSTON
There’s no shortage of attractions to visit in Boston. Fill your week with activities by visiting the Boston Common, Fenway Park, the New England Aquarium or even the Museum of Science with your group of eager travelers. Let GOGO Charters take care of transportation by allowing all your passengers to comfortably travel in a modern charter bus or minibus rental to and from their destination. Each bus rental is fully equipped amenities such as free Wifi, reclining seats, flat screen TV’s and even onboard restrooms, if requested in advance. Simply contact us at 617-206-3898 and a representative will be happy to provide you with a free bus quote!
By Train
Amtrak
AMTRAK has service from New York to Boston, MA and Providence, RI. From there you can rent a car or connect to a bus or ferry.
For schedule and tickets, visit www.amtrak.com.
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