The Guemes Island Ferry provides essential transportation between Anacortes and Guemes Island in Skagit County, Washington. The ferry operates year-round, with schedules varying between peak and non-peak seasons, and adjustments for holidays and maintenance.
Guemes Island Ferry Timetable
Operating Hours:
- First Departure: 6:30 AM
- Last Departure: 11:05 PM
Seasons:
- Peak Season: May 20 – September 30
- Non-Peak Season: October 1 – May 19
Special Notes:
- Hazardous Material Runs: Wednesdays at 9:15 AM (to Guemes) and 2:00 PM (from Guemes) are designated for hazardous materials only; no other passengers or vehicles are allowed during these times.
- Holiday Schedule: On holidays like New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, the ferry operates on a Saturday non-peak schedule, ending at 10:00 PM.
Current Service Update
As of April 26, 2025, the Guemes Island Ferry is undergoing a scheduled haul-out for maintenance. During this period, a passenger-only foot ferry operated by Arrow Launch Services is providing service between Anacortes and Guemes Island, following the regular non-peak schedule. Vehicle ferry service is temporarily unavailable.
Fares and Ticketing
Payment Methods:
- Credit/Debit Cards
- Contactless Payments (e.g., Apple Pay)
- Electronic Tickets via the Skagit County website
- Paper punch cards (available for purchase at 1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon, WA)
Guemes Island Ferry Tickets
- Adult Passenger: $3.00
- Senior (65+)/Disabled/Youth (6–17): $2.00
- Vehicle (under 20 ft) & Driver: $10.00
- Motorcycle & Rider: $6.00
Frequent users can purchase 10-trip or 20-trip punch cards at discounted rates.
Fueling and Maintenance
The ferry undergoes fueling every other Tuesday between 11:45 AM and 12:45 PM. On these days, the second or double 11:15 AM sailing is canceled. The 2025 fueling dates include:
- February 18
- March 4
- May 6 & 20
- June 3 & 17
- July 1, 15, & 29
- August 12 & 26
- September 9 & 23
- October 7 & 21
- November 4 & 18 (Guemes Island Ferry – Skagit County, Washington, Peak Season Schedule And Fares – LineTime, GUEMES ISLAND FERRY – skagitcounty.net)
Terminals and Contact Information
- Anacortes Terminal: 500 I Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221
- Guemes Island Terminal: Guemes Island, WA (Guemes Island Ferry – Skagit County, Washington, NON-PEAK SEASON FERRY SCHEDULE – Guemes Island WA)
Contact:
- Phone: (360) 293-6433
- Email: pw@co.skagit.wa.us
For real-time updates, live ferry cams, and to purchase tickets, visit the Guemes Island Ferry Official Website.