Games like Death Stranding 2 always encourage players to slow down, pay attention to their surroundings, and enjoy the journey and landscapes crafted by the developers. However, when a player has traversed the same path — not just once, but maybe five times — repeated foot journeys can become tiresome.

This is where our favorite fast travel feature comes into play. However, it is not immediately available and has its peculiarities. Once you unlock it, fast travel becomes an essential and integral gameplay feature that enhances the gaming experience.

Here’s a complete breakdown of how to fast travel in Death Stranding 2, including how to unlock it, the three methods available, and key restrictions to keep in mind.

How to Unlock Fast Travel in Death Stranding 2

There are three available methods in Death Stranding 2 that allow you to use fast travel. However, each method requires meeting certain conditions — mainly reaching a specific plot point, after which fast travel via that method becomes accessible.

Fast travel unlock Death Stranding 2

Fast travel in Death Stranding 2 becomes available after progressing through the main story. Specifically, you’ll need to complete Order No. 12 during Episode 3: Drawbridge. This mission involves a major battle against a massive mechanical BT and is a key turning point in the narrative.

Once completed, you'll return to the DHV Magellan — a large ship that functions as a mobile base. After resting in the private room, fast travel becomes accessible via the Magellan’s teleportation system.

Death Stranding 2 Fast Travel Methods

Method 1: Fast Travel Using DHV Magellan in Death Stranding 2

The DHV Magellan is your primary fast travel hub in Death Stranding 2. It uses chiral teleportation to jump between docked locations that are connected to the Chiral Network fast travel.

How to use Magellan for fast travel:

• Board the DHV Magellan
• Open the map
• Hold the X button to access the travel interface
• Select a dock-compatible, Chiral Network-connected location

Fast travel is only possible between structures linked to the Chiral Network and equipped with Magellan docks.

Travel is only possible to structures you've previously connected to the Chiral Network. They must also have a dock compatible with Magellan. Not every outpost is suitable for this role.

Sam can travel with cargo, but there are limitations: any delivery made after fast travel receives a Magellan Evaluation, which automatically lowers your delivery rating — regardless of the cargo condition or time spent. If you aim to achieve an S-rating for all your deliveries, you'll need to stick to walking and forget about fast traveling by ship.

Method 2: Fast Travel Using Beach Jumps and Transponders in Death Stranding 2

Later in the game, you unlock Transponders, which allow fast travel using Beach Jumps — a method built with PCC Level 2.

How to fast travel via Transponder:

1. Build and place a Transponder
2. Interact to initiate a Beach Jump to a connected point

Limitations: You cannot carry cargo or vehicles during Beach Jumps. All your gear will automatically transfer to the Private Locker at the destination.

Despite the cargo restriction, Beach Jumps offer flexible travel options — especially when the Magellan is unavailable or docked elsewhere.

Method 3: Fast Travel Using Hot Springs in Death Stranding 2

Another unique fast travel option involves Hot Springs, which can be discovered or built in specific regions. These locations allow fast travel between connected springs.

How to Unlock Hot Spring Travel

• First unlocks after visiting Heartman’s Lab
• Use a PCC Level 2 to detect and build springs at geothermal sites
• Once built, Hot Springs connect for fast travel via “Hot Spring Jump”

Hot Springs not only offer a travel system but also provide recovery benefits. Resting can trigger ambient music and unique dialogues — making it one of the most atmospheric travel methods in the game.

Just like Transponders, you cannot carry cargo or vehicles between springs.

Fast Travel Limitations Death Stranding 2

While fast travel is a useful tool, it's not always available or without drawbacks. Here are the key limitations you need to know:

General limitations:

• travel via Magellan requires access to a dock;
• Transponders and Hot Springs do not allow taking cargo or vehicles with you;
• fast travel disables or becomes unavailable during specific story stages;
• locations must be connected to the Chiral Network.

These restrictions reinforce the game’s central theme: the importance of physical connection and manual traversal.

FAQs Death Stranding 2 Fast Travel

When do I unlock fast travel in Death Stranding 2?

After completing Order No. 12 in Episode 3 and resting on the DHV Magellan.

Can I carry cargo during fast travel?

Only with Magellan, but it lowers delivery ratings. Other methods transfer items to a Private Locker.

What’s the best fast travel method?

Magellan offers the most utility, but Transponders are useful when the ship isn’t accessible. Hot Springs are best for short, thematic travel.