We also offer special rates for youth 6 through 18 years of age. Schedule information by date welcome to the washington state ferries schedule application. You can cancel your reservation without penalty any time until 5 p. Call wsf customer service at 18888087977 or 2064646400.
Youll need to make 2 reservations one coming to the islands westbound and one leaving the islands eastbound if. Safety is wsfs number one priority, and this includes the he. State ferries extends winter sailing schedules through june 20 due to lower demand state ferries to reduce service in central puget sound beginning sunday, march 29 start of state ferry service to canada suspended until april 26 due to covid19 situation. Wsf postpones summer 2month reservation release islands.
Creating a wsf account gives you the ability receive wsf email alerts or register for a wsf carpoolvanpool permit online email. Reservations are free, but are secured with a valid debitcredit card. It is the largest fleet of passenger and automobile ferries in the united states and the third largest in the world. Washington state ferries accepts reservations for san juan island routes. Taking the ferry is part of the fun on a trip to washington state. State proposes to increase ferry fares and capital surcharge. The objective of reservations is to operate a highquality service, without the expense of expanding terminal.
Washington state ferries looking for 60 new deckhands the. Ferries extends winter sailing schedules through june 20. Washington state ferries spring season, which includes increased service on some routes, was originally scheduled to begin march 29. Your reservation will be cleared in seconds due to inactivity. While wsfs winter sailing season has been extended through june 20, sailing. Highly effective leader sought to direct bi state interstate bridge replacement program. It typically takes about two weeks to process a refund if all of the information listed below is. To make a reservation, call wsf customer service at 18888087977 or 2064646400, from 7 a.
Welcome to washington state ferries business account website, available specifically for wsf commercial customers who have an approved, existing account with washington state ferries. Real salaries of 530 employees at employers matching washington state ferry, reported anonymously. Vehicle reservations are available for the anacortessan juan islands. On the anacortessan juan islands routes, reservation space is released according to the following schedule. This examination is part of a larger directive, with the intent that. If you need assistance with trip planning or have questions about washington state parks, please call the washington state parks information center at 360 9028844 between 8 a.
Washington state ferries sails into 2015 by taking the hesitation out of your vacation plans to the san juan islands. Welcome to the washington state ferries schedule application. Five tips when making a vehicle reservation during ferries busiest time of the year. Washington state ferries summer reservations increase. Responsible for cleaning, first aid, firefighting, lookout. Make a reservation online as an account holder or a guest. Washington state department of transportation ferries. Whether youre traveling from the anacortes ferry terminal to the san juan islands for a wedding, family reunion, group vacation, or other group event, washington state ferries wsf wants to make your travel convenient, easy and predictable. All routes summer vehicle reservation release cancelled. To set up text message alerts, you must create a separate account with your 10digit phone number followed by the domain used by your service provider for email to text delivery in the email. Everything you need to know about the washington state ferries. Animals that are not peoplefriendly should be muzzled or transported in a pet carrier. Routes that are on a modifiedreduced service schedule will.
It typically takes about two weeks to process a refund if all of the information listed below is provided. There will be no standby service for the effected routes today. Wsdot ferries schedule washington state department. Ferry officials were told to come back to the legislature during the 2010 session with the results, and lawmakers would then decide whether to fund implementation of a pilot program. Check ferry schedules and make reservations well before your trip, especially if youre planning to visit the san juan islands where ferries are less frequent. The smallest ferry in the fleet, the hiyu, is 160 feet long and can handle up to 34 cars and 200 passengers. Making a reservation reservations can be made as soon as the seasonal schedule is released usually about two months before the season begins or as little as three hours before your sailing.
Uptodate schedules, online reservations, fares, trip ideas and community information. Please visit vehicle reservations to reserve your spot. Credentials are required for all fleet and ferry terminal workers. New washington state ferry reservation system getting mostly. Reservations are recommended for trips between port townsendcoupeville and anacortessan juan islands. Both washing state department of transportation and washington state ferries webpages will get you access to the wsf save a spot vehicle reservation system. Washington state ferries vehicle reservations system wsf vrs.
Washington state ferries wsf offers oncall and permanent employment in the fleet and at our headquarters in seattle, washington. Reservations are free unless you do not use the reservation or cancel by at least 5. David moseleys return ferries chief back on whidbey to. Tall reservation space for large, nonstandard vehicles is released all at once in the 1st tier. Make a reservation make a new oneway or roundtrip guest vehicle reservation. Moran washington state parks and recreation commission. To set up text message alerts, you must create a separate account with your 10d.
Witness video shows the ferry pulling back and forth into the dock multiple times. All ferry travel between the san juan islands and anacortes, washington is provided by washington state ferries, and space on the ferries is filled as cars. Reservations washington state parks and recreation. The washington department of transportation ferries division wsf is releasing this draft longrange plan draft plan at a historic point in the states marine transportation system. Washington state ferries wsf is a government agency that operates automobile and passenger ferry service in the u. As part of that effort, they have implemented a new reservation system. We are unable to take reservations for interisland travel, or travel from lopez or shaw islands to anacortes. Manage reservations change, cancel or view vehicle reservations for guests. Washington state ferries refund requests you may also call the customer service department at 2064646400 from 7. Washington state transportation commission p a g e 8 emc research by far, the most common purpose of riders most recent recreational ferry trip is visiting family and friends 42%. Washington state ferries recently began a reservation system to manage congestion on vessels between anacortes and the san juan islands a popular tourist destination. Three years after the introduction of the washington state ferries reservation system, bookings have rocketed.
Anacortes ferry travel tips what to know to plan your trip. Employment washington state department of transportation. As part of the state s response to covid19, all state ferries will continue to operate on their winter sailing schedules through at least june 20. Washington state ferries seattle 2020 all you need to. Ask terminal staff for loading procedures, as vessel and terminal configurations vary. Reservation information can be found at on their website. Faqs general information washington state department.
In addition to our standard and large print paper schedules available at any wsf terminal or wsf vessel, we offer a variety of alternative electronic formats to meet your needs. Go to the washington state ferry website for more information. Each route has a specific time that reservation holders should arrive at their departure terminal to ensure they are loaded on their reserved sailing. Avoid rush hour and summer weekend ferries when possible. The commission has completed several ferryrelated studies and surveys over the years. Reservations washington state parks and recreation commission. Victoria anacortes san juan islands port townsend coupeville mukilteo clinton edmonds kingston seattle bainbridge island seattle bremerton seattle vashon po fauntleroy west seattle vashon fauntleroy west seattle southworth southworth vashon pt. Wsf postpones summer 2month reservation release the. As they say, no reservations are accepted at this time. Washington state ferries is postponing its 2month advance release of vehicle reservations on the anacortessan juan islands and port townsendcoupeville routes, which was originally scheduled for tuesday, april 21. Washington state ferries vehicle reservations program. Washington state ferries summer reservations increase the. The washington state department of transportation blog. Wsf carries more than 23 million riders annually and demand for ferry service is projected to increase as population in ferryserved communities grows.
As the third largest transit provider in the state of washington, washington state ferries is taking a number of steps to help stop the spread of the covid19 virus coronavirus and keep our facilities as safe as possible. Therefore, customers should continue following the winter schedule through at least june 20. Washington state ferries botch launch of online reservation. At the direction of the state legislature in 2009, washington state ferries embarked on the. The largest ferries are over 400 feet long and can accommodate up to 200 cars and 2,500 passengers. Buy online a credit card or a wsf business account is required to complete an online purchase. Black ball ferry line operates the mv coho 90minute vehicle and passenger ferry between the inner harbour of victoria, bc and port angeles, wa. The system will prompt you to make a roundtrip reservation.
A plurality of riders from the frog panel typically local, more regular riders say the cost of riding the ferry is over 25% of their. For more detailed information please visit our wsf fares page. Go to the washington state ferries website to obtain a reservation. Jun 06, 2009 earlier this year, the state legislature gave the goahead to washington state ferries to launch a predesign study on a pilot vehicle reservation system. You may arrive for an earlier or later sailing, but. The company is an important transport agency in the state of washington, wa. The 23 vessels in the washington state ferry system come in a variety of sizes. If you are still having difficulties creating or managing a reservation, please contact wsf customer service at 18888087977 in state or 2064646400 7. Washington state ferry reservations washington state ferries wsf has begun accepting vehicle reservations for travel in the san juan islands starting january 5, 2015. Welcome to the washington state ferries ticketing system, called wave2go. Ferries reservation system washington state ferries vehicle. Jan 02, 2015 washington state ferries sails into 2015 by taking the hesitation out of your vacation plans to the san juan islands.
Terminal information view terminal specific information. Sr 305 agate pass bridge painting ramps up after winter break. It runs ten routes serving 20 terminals located around puget sound and in the san juan islands, designated as part of the state highway system. Anasjs route operating on the regular winter sailing. A wsf business account eliminates the need for your drivers to carry cash or credit cards for ferry travel purchases.
To help get you going, here are some of the top questions and answers about saving a spot for your car on a san juan islands ferry. Wsf encourages customers to purchase tickets online. Apr 22, 2015 washington state ferries sails into 2015 by taking the hesitation out of your vacation plans to the san juan islands. Washington state ferries, owned and operated by the washington state department of transportation wsdot, serves communities on puget sound and in the san juan islands. The acceptable use policy below describes how you may and may not use the save a spot reservations web site and reflects the current policy of the washington state department of transportation wsdot and washington state ferries wsf. Smoking and pets are not allowed in vacation houses. Learn how to create an account in our ferries reservation system. Unfortunately, the washington state ferry system does not provide reservations for sailings between san juan island and anacortes. Ferries washington state department of transportation. It is responsible for carrying thousands of passengers daily. Washington state ferries officials said the mv salish had a soft grounding at coupeville. Construction to improve safety kicks off at us 101 and lower hoh road in jefferson county.
If a reservation is changed or canceled, fees may change as well. General information about washington state ferries. Washington state ferries is postponing its twomonth advance release of vehicle reservations on the anacortessan juan islands and port townsendcoupeville routes, which was originally scheduled for tuesday, april 21, 2020. Reservation holders who choose not to sail today will not receive a no show fee. Washington state ferries is extending the winter sailing schedule through june 20 because of a continued decline in ridership due to covid19. A summary of the ferry fare and policy proposal is as follows.
At trainus, you can find washington, wa next ferry schedules, routes, and fares. Reservations are currently available for winter and spring 2020 sailing schedule. Washington state ferries sells a third of each boat two months prior, a third two weeks prior, and a third two days prior to each sailing. Tickets for all routes with the exception of sidney bc are available for purchase online. Reservations are currently available for winter 2020 sailing schedule.
Revenue control 2901 third avenue, suite 500 seattle, wa 981214 we offer seniors age 65 and over, persons with disabilities, and passengers with a medicare card or other eligibility verification travel at half the regular passenger fare. To help get you going, here are some of the top questions and answers about saving a spot for your car on a. General schedule information will give you an understanding of our schedule, safety procedures and tips. See recommended arrival times for each route below. Most jobs provide full benefits, training and a flexible work schedule. Washington state ferries vehicle reservations system terms and conditions page 3. While service will be firstcome, firstserved, reservation holders will be given priority. Drivers nearly doubled the number of spots booked in the opening hours of the local summer ferry schedule, compared to two years prior. A glitch in the online booking system allowed more people to book spots on the 9. Washington state ferries is hiring 60 ordinary seamen, who can rise through the ranks. Traveling on this company you can ride in several types of ferry. To get detailed information on ferry schedules, route maps, ticket information, reservations, wait times and other operational information, please visit washington state ferries. Dec 02, 2019 a glitch in the online booking system allowed more people to book spots on the 9.
Black ball ferry line daily departures to victoria and. At the direction of the state legislature in 2009, washington state ferries embarked on the design of vehicle reservations system as a primary demand management strategy. Washington state ferries vehicle reservations system. My account make, change, cancel or view vehicle reservations for account holders. Coupeville ferry repairs could take days after grounding. From washington state ferries, which, behind king county metro and sound transit, is the state s thirdlargest transit agency, the message is. Monthly passenger passes are available for the calendar month the first day of the month to the last, are good for 31 round trips, and the discount 20% or higher is based on how often you ride, not age. Jun 26, 2019 the commission proposed these increases after considering input from washington state ferries, the ferry advisory committee on tariffs, and public input gathered through a series of ferry community meetings in april and may 2019. Lopez island and shaw island only have westbound reservations. Updates will be posted on washington state ferries bulletin web page when more information is available.