Catch the ferry.
As we're surrounded by water, traveling by ferry is a convenient and popular mode of transportation on the Outer Banks. There are just some places cars can't go, or at the very least, not very easily. For a complete look at the NC DOT Ferry schedules and fares, please visit www.ncferry.org, or download the full Ferry Schedule here.

Hatteras to Ocracoke Ferry

• Crossing Time: 40 minutes
• Reservations: Not accepted
• Fare: Free

Cedar Island to Ocracoke Ferry

• Crossing Time: 2.25 hours
• Reservations: (800) 293-3779
• Fare: Toll

Ocracoke to Swan Quarter Ferry

• Crossing Time: 2.5 hours
• Reservations:(800) 293-3779
• Fare: Toll