How long does it take to ride the ferry in Seattle?
The crossing time to Bainbridge lasts about 35 minutes and offers a spectacular view of Seattle's skyline across Elliott Bay.
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About 4.6 million people ride the Seattle / Bainbridge Island route each year. The trip from Seattle to Bainbridge Island via ferry boat (locals refer to it merely as “the boat”) is 35 minutes. The two Washington State Ferry boats on this route are over 400 feet long, and can carry up to 200 cars and 2,500 passengers.
The Bainbridge Island ferry is a must if you are visiting Seattle. We went to the island for the day, had a wonderful lunch and wandered around downtown. It was a clear sunny day and we had a breath taking view of Mount Olympia (Olympus) from the ferry.
But flight-free travel isn't just greener – it's often cheaper, too. For mid-distance journeys, a trip by car (and, if needs be, ferry) tends to cost a lot less per passenger than even the budget-est of budget flights. EVs can be a bit more expensive to hire than petrol and diesel cars, but are far cheaper to run.
Travel Information and ID RequirementsThat means no matter how you're traveling from Seattle to Victoria or Victoria to Seattle, you'll need a Passport, Passport Card, Enhanced Driver License or an Enhanced ID Card (EDL/ID). Learn more about ID and Travel Requirements.
Ferry Reservations and CostWhile there is a fee from Seattle to Bainbridge Island for both walk-on passengers and automobiles, the route from Bainbridge Island to Seattle only charges for automobiles (walk-on passengers and bicycle riders are free).
All the Washington State ferries allow you to stay in your car. Being in a front car in bad weather can be interesting. All the car decks are open end to end, and the boats are double ended.
Thanks to Seattle's location right on the edge of Puget Sound, taking a ferry from the shores of the city to nearby towns can be a unique way to see more of the state. Just across the sound from Seattle are cities on the Kitsap Peninsula, and within the sound are several islands large and small.
What is a ferry charge? A ferry charge is the extra fee most charter companies require to reposition aircraft in a 'ferry flight'. A ferry flight is a non-revenue flight for the purpose of repositioning an empty aircraft or returning it to its base.
Your Health is better on a FerryThe fresh sea air can also be good for your health, as well as a lower risk of developing conditions from lack of movement, which are a much higher risk on a plane. The ability to move around freely also means that you will have a more enjoyable time onboard.
If you're staying in downtown Seattle, a car is unnecessary. Parking is difficult and expensive, and Seattle traffic jams are awful. If you are planning a day trip to Mount Rainier National Park, however, a car is necessary.