Washington State Ferries runs 8 to 9 sailings a day from Anacortes to Friday Harbor (San Juan Island), the first at 04:05 and the last at 21:50. The crossing takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, and an adult ticket is US$18.
Fares as published by the operators, in USD, last checked . Vehicle fares rise in the summer season, and some crossings collect the fare in one direction only — a "No charge" row is the operator's own entry, not a gap.
About this crossing
County seat and sole incorporated town of the islands, Friday Harbor begins at the water's edge: the ferry terminal is on Front Street, so foot passengers walk off the boat straight into town. Drivers will find no car park at the terminal, just limited short-stay parking on the street. WSF once carried on from here to Sidney on Vancouver Island, but that service was suspended in 2020 and WSF does not expect it back before spring 2030, which leaves the Coho from Port Angeles as the only car ferry between Washington and Vancouver Island.
Common questions
How long is the ferry from Anacortes to Friday Harbor (San Juan Island)?
Between 1 hour 10 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on the sailing. The typical crossing on the timetable is 1 hour 30 minutes.
How many ferries a day go from Anacortes to Friday Harbor (San Juan Island)?
Between 8 and 9 a day, depending on the day of the week. The most run on Friday. The first boat leaves at 04:05 and the last at 21:50, local time.
Who runs the ferry from Anacortes to Friday Harbor (San Juan Island)?
Washington State Ferries runs this crossing. Tickets are sold by the operator; this site lists the timetable and does not sell them.
How much is the ferry from Anacortes to Friday Harbor (San Juan Island)?
An adult ticket is US$18 (Adult (age 19 - 64)). Taking a vehicle starts at US$27.45 (Motorcycle & Senior/Disability Driver / Stowage Fare). Prices as the operator published them on 1 August 2026.
