Shaw Island Ferry
6 sailings a day go from Anacortes to Shaw Island. A direct sailing from Anacortes to Shaw Island takes 55 minutes. Sailings that stop at other islands on the way take up to 1 hour 40 minutes.
Next Ferry to Shaw Island
See where the boats are right now on the live ferry map.
Anacortes to Shaw Island
| Depart | Arrive | Ride | Stops on the way | Boat | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:30 AM | 7:05 AM | 1 hour 35 minutes | Orcas Island | Chelan1 | Daily |
| 7:30 AM | 9:10 AM | 1 hour 40 minutes | Orcas Island | Yakima1 | Daily |
| 11:55 AM | 12:55 PM | 1 hour | Direct | Chelan | Daily |
| 3:20 PM | 4:50 PM | 1 hour 30 minutes | Orcas Island | Chelan1 | Daily |
| 6:05 PM | 7:05 PM | 1 hour | Direct | Chelan | Daily |
| 8:40 PM | 9:35 PM | 55 minutes | Direct | Chelan | Daily |
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Shaw Island to Anacortes
| Depart | Arrive | Ride | Stops on the way | Boat | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:05 AM | 8:20 AM | 1 hour 15 minutes | Lopez Island | Chelan | Daily |
| 9:10 AM | 10:05 AM | 55 minutes | Direct | Yakima1 | Daily |
| 12:55 PM | 2:45 PM | 1 hour 50 minutes | Orcas Island, Lopez Island | Chelan2 | Daily |
| 4:50 PM | 5:45 PM | 55 minutes | Direct | Chelan1 | Daily |
| 7:05 PM | 8:25 PM | 1 hour 20 minutes | Orcas Island | Chelan2 | Daily |
| 9:35 PM | 10:50 PM | 1 hour 15 minutes | Orcas Island | 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 Shaw 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 Shaw Island Ferry FAQs
How long is the ferry ride from Anacortes to Shaw Island?
A direct sailing from Anacortes to Shaw Island takes 55 minutes. Sailings that stop at other islands on the way take up to 1 hour 40 minutes. Each sailing's stops are in the schedule.
How much is the ferry from Anacortes to Shaw 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 Shaw Island?
The first ferry to Shaw Island leaves Anacortes at 5:30 AM and the last at 8:40 PM. Back to Anacortes, the first leaves Shaw Island at 7:05 AM and the last at 9:35 PM.
Do you need a reservation for the ferry to Shaw 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.