Ocracoke Ferry

Winter 2026 Operational Schedule

The winter schedule, effective from January 1 through March 30, 2026, represents the baseline level of service required to sustain the island. During this period, the ferry operates on an approximately hourly or bi-hourly basis, with more frequent sailings during the middle of the day to accommodate commercial deliveries and medical travel.

Departure Point

Winter 2026 Daily Departure Times (Jan 1 – March 30)

Hatteras Terminal

5:00 a.m., 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 11:00, 12:00 p.m., 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 5:00, 6:00, 8:00, 9:00, 11:00, 12:00 a.m.

Ocracoke Terminal

4:30 a.m., 6:30, 7:30, 9:30, 10:30, 12:30 p.m., 1:30, 3:30, 4:30, 6:30, 7:30, 9:30, 10:30, 12:00 a.m

https://www.ocracoke-nc.com/ocracoke-ferry-system.html

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