Getting To And From Cape Cod

One of the most important factors to consider when deciding where to buy a home on Cape Cod is travel time to and from the Cape. Once you buy a Cape Cod home, you'll want to stay there forever. But for those occasions when you have to leave the Cape, a home's location will have a direct impact on how long the trip takes.

Cape Cod is a scenic 65-mile peninsula in southeastern Massachusetts that stretches into the Atlantic Ocean. It includes 15 unique towns, from the Upper Cape’s Bourne and Falmouth to the historic beauty of Provincetown on the Lower Cape.

Whether you're planning a vacation or a day trip, here’s how to get to (and around) the Cape in 2025:

By Car

Most travelers arrive by car via U.S. Route 6, which spans the entire length of the Cape. From the Boston area, take Route 3 South or Interstate 495, which merge into Route 25 before reaching the Bourne or Sagamore Bridge — your entry points to Cape Cod.

Traffic Tip: Summer weekends often bring congestion. Try to travel early in the morning or midweek for smoother sailing.

By Train – CapeFLYER

The CapeFLYER is a seasonal passenger train that runs from Boston’s South Station to Hyannis on weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day. It offers:

• Free Wi-Fi
• Bike storage
• Concessions onboard

Stops include: Braintree, Brockton, Middleborough/Lakeville, Wareham Village, Buzzards Bay, Bourne, and Hyannis.

Learn more at capeflyer.com

By Air

Cape Cod is serviced by several regional airports:

• Barnstable Municipal Airport (Hyannis): Flights to Boston and NYC (JFK) via Cape Air.
• Provincetown Municipal Airport: Seasonal service to Boston.
• Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket: Easily reached via connecting flights.

For major carriers, Boston Logan International Airport and TF Green Airport (Providence) are your best bets.

By Ferry

Seasonal ferry service connects the Cape to:

• Boston to Provincetown (90 minutes)
• Hyannis to Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket
• Falmouth to Martha’s Vineyard

High-speed and traditional ferries operate from late spring through fall. Reservations are strongly recommended during peak months.

Public Transit

Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) offers year-round bus service across the Cape with routes connecting major towns, shopping centers, and beaches. In the summer, the Hyannis Trolley is a fun, convenient option.

Visit capecodrta.org for maps and schedules.