Washington State Ferries runs 10 sailings a day from Port Townsend to Coupeville (Whidbey Island), the first at 06:30 and the last at 20:30. The crossing takes about 30 minutes, and an adult ticket is US$5.
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
State Route 20 continues across the water here, using this ferry to cross Admiralty Inlet between Port Townsend and the Keystone landing on Whidbey Island, which sits beside Fort Casey State Park about four miles south of Coupeville itself. It is one of only two WSF routes that accept vehicle reservations, and WSF strongly recommends one, holding back a fifth of the car deck for stand-by and emergency vehicles. With a booking, WSF asks drivers to turn up 30 to 45 minutes ahead. Walk-on passengers leaving a car in Port Townsend should know that downtown street parking is limited to two hours; WSF suggests the Haines Place park-and-ride instead.
Common questions
How long is the ferry from Port Townsend to Coupeville (Whidbey Island)?
About 30 minutes on the published timetable.
How many ferries a day go from Port Townsend to Coupeville (Whidbey Island)?
10 departures a day, every day of the week. The first boat leaves at 06:30 and the last at 20:30, local time.
Who runs the ferry from Port Townsend to Coupeville (Whidbey 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 Port Townsend to Coupeville (Whidbey Island)?
An adult ticket is US$5 (Adult (age 19 - 64)). Taking a vehicle starts at US$7.05 (Motorcycle & Senior/Disability Driver / Stowage Fare). Prices as the operator published them on 1 August 2026.
