Anacortes to Orcas Island Ferry
7 sailings a day go from Anacortes to Orcas Island. A direct sailing from Anacortes to Orcas Island takes 55 minutes. Sailings that stop at other islands on the way take up to 1 hour 15 minutes.
Next Ferry to Orcas Island
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Anacortes to Orcas Island
| Depart | Arrive | Ride | Stops on the way | Boat | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:30 AM | 6:25 AM | 55 minutes | Direct | Chelan1 | Daily |
| 7:30 AM | 8:30 AM | 1 hour | Direct | Yakima1 | Daily |
| 10:05 AM | 11:20 AM | 1 hour 15 minutes | Lopez Island | Sealth | Daily |
| 11:55 AM | 1:05 PM | 1 hour 10 minutes | Shaw Island | Chelan | Daily |
| 3:20 PM | 4:15 PM | 55 minutes | Direct | Chelan1 | Daily |
| 6:05 PM | 7:15 PM | 1 hour 10 minutes | Shaw Island | Chelan | Daily |
| 8:40 PM | 9:45 PM | 1 hour 5 minutes | Shaw Island | Chelan | Daily |
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Orcas Island to Anacortes
| Depart | Arrive | Ride | Stops on the way | Boat | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:50 AM | 8:20 AM | 1 hour 30 minutes | Shaw Island, Lopez Island | Chelan | Daily |
| 8:55 AM | 10:05 AM | 1 hour 10 minutes | Shaw Island | Yakima1 | Daily |
| 11:50 AM | 1:05 PM | 1 hour 15 minutes | Lopez Island | Sealth1 | Daily |
| 1:30 PM | 2:45 PM | 1 hour 15 minutes | Lopez Island | Chelan2 | Daily |
| 4:35 PM | 5:45 PM | 1 hour 10 minutes | Shaw Island | Chelan1 | Daily |
| 7:30 PM | 8:25 PM | 55 minutes | Direct | Chelan2 | Daily |
| 9:55 PM | 10:50 PM | 55 minutes | Direct | Chelan2 | Daily |
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These are the Fall 2026 season's sailings. The Anacortes ferry schedule has every island and each day's sailings.
Anacortes to Orcas Island Ferry Fares
Fares in effect November 10, 2026.
| Ticket Type | Fare |
|---|---|
| Passenger | |
| Adult (age 19 - 64) | $18.00 |
| Senior (age 65 & over) / Disability | $9.00 |
| Youth (age 18 and under) | Free |
| Bicycle Surcharge Only (19 and over) | $2.00 |
| Vehicle, Motorcycle, and Stowage Fares | |
| Vehicle Under 14' (less than 168”) & Driver | $43.30 |
| Vehicle Under 22' (standard veh) & Driver | $54.15 |
| Vehicle U14' (less than 168") & Sr/Disability Driver | $34.30 |
| Vehicle U22' (standard veh) & Sr/Disability Driver | $45.15 |
| Motorcycle & Driver / Stowage Fare | $25.25 |
| Motorcycle & Senior/Disability Driver / Stowage Fare | $16.25 |
| Vehicle Length-Based | |
| Vehicle Under 30' Under 7'2 in. | $80.70 |
| Vehicle Under 30' Over 7'2 in. | $160.40 |
| Vehicle Under 40' | $213.50 |
| Vehicle Under 50' | $266.65 |
| Vehicle Under 60' | $319.80 |
| Vehicle Under 70' | $372.90 |
| Vehicle Under 80' | $426.05 |
| Cost per foot over 80' | $5.30 |
The trip back to Anacortes is free, since fares are collected only at Anacortes. See Anacortes ferry tickets and fares for every fare, multi-ride tickets included.
Anacortes to Orcas Island Ferry FAQs
How long is the ferry ride from Anacortes to Orcas Island?
A direct sailing from Anacortes to Orcas Island takes 55 minutes. Sailings that stop at other islands on the way take up to 1 hour 15 minutes. Each sailing's stops are in the schedule.
How much is the ferry from Anacortes to Orcas Island?
An adult walk-on fare is $18.00, and a standard vehicle under 22 feet with its driver is $54.15. The trip back to Anacortes is free, since fares are collected only at Anacortes. See Anacortes ferry tickets and fares for every fare.
What time is the first ferry from Anacortes to Orcas Island?
The first ferry to Orcas Island leaves Anacortes at 5:30 AM and the last at 8:40 PM. Back to Anacortes, the first leaves Orcas Island at 6:50 AM and the last at 9:55 PM.
Do you need a reservation for the ferry to Orcas Island?
Reservations are not required, but they are recommended if you are traveling with a vehicle. Vehicle reservations are available on this route, and standby space on each sailing is limited. Walk-on passengers and bicyclists do not need a reservation.