Extra Ferry Sailings to Hoonah Alaska
An additional sailing to Hoonah has been added on 16 Dec to accommodate holiday traffic.
To see details on the Hoonah ferry schedules go to www.ferrytravel.com
DRIVING TO ALASKA THROUGH CANADA
TRANSITING TO CENTRAL ALASKA VIA FERRY TO HAINES
Be aware that if travelling from Washington to Alaska via the ferry to Haines, you will be travelling through Canada once you disembark and start along the AlCan Hwy to Central Alaska ( Anchorage / Fairbanks etc etc) you will be crossing into Canada.
Canadian border regulations require registered proof completed vaccinations (both shots) .
For complete details on what is required to pass through Canada to Alaska go to:
https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/border#transit-alaska-us
MOVING TO or FROM ALASKA ?
FERRY SAILING DATES NOT AVAILABLE ?
Ferries typically depart between Washington & Alaska every week : those ferries avoiding Canada typically sailing once every 2 weeks.
Vehicle space on the Alaska ferries sells out quickly however, and the costs rise (dynamic pricing) as ferry space decreases.
This means that the cost delivered today for a ferry trip in the future, will most definitely change.
Booking space on the desired ferry sailing ASAP once you are sure of your chosen travel date, will secure the lowest price.
This means that the cost delivered today for a ferry trip in the future, will most definitely change.
Booking space on the desired ferry sailing ASAP once you are sure of your chosen travel date, will secure the lowest price.
(Dynamic pricing which was introduced by the State of Alaska in Oct 2019 has can cause substantial fare increases)
The alternative when moving, is to send ones' vehicle/s by barge.
Barges operate between Seattle & Alaska every week, year-round and are not subject to dynamic pricing so are often much less expensive.
Barges however do not carry passengers - only vehicles.
For cost & schedules go to the Home Page and choose where you want to travel from and to (image to secure info shown below) .
For cost & schedules go to the Home Page and choose where you want to travel from and to (image to secure info shown below) .
We are always here to help confirm a reservation request at 1-800- 686-0446
BORDER RESTRICTIONS TO BE RELAXED
AFTER 18 MONTH CLOSURE US LAND BORDER TO OPEN TO CANADIANS
It is anticipated that in early November 2021, the US will open their borders to vaccinated visitors.
Vaccines approved by the World Health Organization and US Drug and Food Administration will be accepted.
Note however that there is still some question as to whether those who received a mixed course of vaccines, i.e. one
dose of AstraZeneca & one of Moderna would be
considered fully vaccinated for travel purposes. Good to check with customs prior to starting out.
As part of the standard US Customs and
Border Protection admissions process, travellers entering the US by vehicle, rail or ferry will be asked
about their vaccination status.
No testing will be required to enter the U.S. by land or sea, provided the travellers meet the vaccination requirement.
Other than for
essential purposes, the land border between the US and Canada has been closed to Canadians since the pandemic was declared in March 2020.
Air Travel to the US however has been open to travellers from Canada since the beginning of the pandemic.
Air Travel to the US however has been open to travellers from Canada since the beginning of the pandemic.
Canada opened its border to Americans crossing to
Canada in August of 2021
For more information on using either a ferry or barge between Washington and Alaska go to www.ferrytravel.com ( stay on the Home Page and use the Quote booking Engine to secure the costs of either the ferries or barges
Ferry Service between Seattle & Victoria Suspended
SEATTLE - VICTORIA FERRY SERVICE CANCELLED
As of October 12, 2021 all ferry service between Seattle & Victoria has been suspended.
Decreased ridership resulting from both the late summer Delta variant surge and the PCR testing restrictions have made operating the Seattle - Victoria ferry route financially impractical at this time.
It is hoped that ferry service will begin again sometime during the Spring of 2022.
Bellingham to Alaska Ferry Update
2021 FERRY SPACE TO CENTRAL ALASKA
Ferries travelling from Washington to Whittier, Homer etc (ferries vs barges carry both passengers and vehicles) and the ferries are now sold out of all vehicle space until December 2021
Vehicles
only (no passengers) can be shipped between Seattle & Anchorage or
Seattle & Fairbanks and visa versa by going to the Home Page on www.ferrytravel.com
Stay
on the Home Page and choose the departure / arrival ports ie Seattle to
Anchorage: Seattle to Fairbanks; Anchorage to Seattle; Fairbanks to
Seattle) in the Quote/Booking engine shown above
Be sure to have the vehicle dimensions ( Length, Height & Width ) before trying to get the quote or book
Cross- Gulf ferries Bellingham to Whittier, Homer etc will resume service in March of 2022 
Easiest Ferry Bookings & Quotes
Costing Alaska Ferries To & From Washington Is As Easy As 1-2-3
Before You Start:
Before you start know the length of your vehicle if taking one ( this can be obtained through google )
Know each passengers' date of birth to ensure all discounts are applied in the cost delivered
Go to www.ferrytravel.com and STAY on the Home Page
1) Screen 1 - Choose where you want to travel to
- enter the from and to for your wanted ferry route
- enter the number of passengers;
- enter the number of vehicles ( if pulling a trailer or car just enter 1 vehicle)
CLICK GET PRICE
2) Screen 2 - Choose trip details
2) Screen 2 - Choose trip details
- enter the year, the month,day & time for the ferry chosen
- enter all the travellers ages
- enter the vehicle type; vehicle length in FEET; height & width
CLICK CONTINUE3) Screen 3- Choose Accommodation ( Optional )
- cabin type ( cabins are optional & are private - not shared)
CLICK CONTINUE
Voila ! the next page delivers the price based on what you entered and accounting for dynamic pricing Dynamic pricing means that as the ferry fills the price rises so this quote is only good for now - it may last but it may not
- now either book or abandon the quote (but remember that dynamic pricing is in effect)
Easy as 1-2-3 but if you have questions email info@ferrytravel.com or if you want us to make the reservation for you call 1-800-686 0446
Alaska Ferry Pricing
Dynamic Pricing On The Alaska Ferries
Dynamic pricing is a system that increases fare prices as available space on any Alaska operated ferry, decreases.
Because of the dynamic pricing system introduced
in 2019 by the State, payments, in particular for vehicles over 30', and made on weekends, on holidays or after 5:00 PM Alaska time, may not be able to be processed until the next
working day.
Should that happen, ie a price discrepancy occur, the passenger will be contacted either by email or by phone.
Alaska Ferry 2022 Summer Schedules
Summer 2022 Ferry Schedules
The Alaska ferry schedules and fares for travel between October 2021 and September 2022 are now available for booking either on www.ferrytravel.com or through 1-800-686-0446
Please note that due to the dynamic pricing program introduced by the Alaska Marine Highway system, fares change according to the space availability on each specific voyage.
This means that as the availble space on any sailing goes down, the fares go up, so are constantly changing and can not be guaranteed until a booking and full payment is received.
This means that as the availble space on any sailing goes down, the fares go up, so are constantly changing and can not be guaranteed until a booking and full payment is received.
Payments for quoted reservations made on weekends, on holidays or after 4:30 PM Alaska Time are not guaranteed or processed until the next working day.
Barging to Alaska vs Ferrying to Alaska
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A BARGE & A FERRY
BARGES to and from Alaska
• Barges transport vehicles : all sizes, shapes and lengths.
• Barges do not transport any passengers.
• Barges travel between Seattle and most ports in Alaska every week year-round
• Barging a vehicle can often be less expensive than transporting the same vehicle on a ferry
If sending a vehicle to an Alaskan port from Seattle, or from an Alaskan port to Seattle, the trip can take up to 2 weeks and the vehicle owner would need to fly.
FERRIES to & from Alaska:
• Ferries, unlike barges, transport both passengers & vehicles.
• Vehicles on a ferry can be up to 70' long, and as high as 13'.
• A ferry from Washington (Bellingham) to Alaska ( Whittier ) takes 5 days.
Ferries also travel from Bellingham Washington to Haines Alaska but if travelling to or from Haines, be aware that passports are required as travellers will be passing through Canada.
Mask Mandate Returns For BC Ferry Travellers
BC Ferries Re-implements Mask Mandate:
Rising Covid-19 numbers have resulted in the re-intoduction of the mask mandate on all BC Ferries.
Required by the Coast Guard to leave the vehicle deck while the vessel is underway, BC Ferry passengers are able to visit the cafeteria, enjoy the lounges and the outer decks but are now mandated to wear masks except while dining.
Seattle Victoria Ferry Service Returns
Welcome Back !
After an absence of 18 months, the Seattle - Victoria ferry service will return on the 17 September 2021.
The scheduled start-up will see Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday service for the winter months.
Fully vaccinated travellers will once again be able to enjoy the 2-3/4 hr mini cruise through the scenic Puget Sound and across the Straight of Juan de Fuca to Victoria on Vancouver Island.
(Fares shown on this site are net so will the include fuel & port security charges)
Washington -British Columbia Ferries
Ferry Service Between Washington & British Columbia Still On Hold
Although the Canadian government opened the border for land, air and recreational boaters on 09 August 2021, the Canadian Marine Border remains closed to commercial ferry operators.
With no word yet as to when the Marine Border might be reopened, all ferry services between Seattle, Port Angeles and Anacortes to Victoria BC, remain suspended.
Once the Marine Border is re-opened to commercial operators, ferry reservations between Seattle & Victoria will once again be available from the Home Page on www.ferrytravel.com.
Barging To, From And Throughout Alaska
Barging Between Alaska & the Lower 48
Although ferries do not travel to Anchorage or Fairbanks, barges efficiently and often less expensively transport vehicles (no passengers) from Seattle WA to both Anchorage & Fairbanks.
Barges also travel to, from and between - Seattle; Ketchikan; Wrangell; Petersburg; Sitka; Juneau; Haines; Skagway; Cordova; Valdez; Thorne Bay; Hoonah; Yakutat & Kake.
For more information on barging vehicles call toll free 1-800-686-0446.
( Be sure to have the vehicle length, height & width to secure an accurate quote)
Canada Set to Open Borders August 09
Good News for US Ferry Travellers Passing Through Canada To Alaska
Current word is that beginning 09 August 2021, fully vaccinated U.S. citizens will be allowed to travel to, or through Canada, for vacations and other non-essential travel.
Be aware however that there are 4 very specific conditions.
1) travellers must have received their vaccine at least 14 days before
arriving at the border.
2) travellers must provide all COVID-19 related
information electronically through the ArriveCAN app or web portal.
3) Travellers must provide physical proof of completed vaccinations (paper card) at the border crossing.
4) All travellers 18 years and older, must present a current passport.
Fully vaccinated travellers are not required to take a new COVID-19 test prior to arrival at the border, however be aware that border agents may randomly select travellers for testing.
NOTE: Canadians are not yet permitted to enter Alaska by road.
Alaska Ferries Remove Covid-19 Test Requirement
Alaska Drops Negative Covid-19 Test Requirements
As a result of the State of Alaska dropping all requirements for Covid-19 testing, the Alaska ferries will, beginning May 21st, 2021, no longer require proof of a negative COVID test prior to boarding any Alaska marine ferry on any route.
BC Ferries Restricts Service
BC Ferries To Allow Essential Travel Only
Following the Travel Restriction Order M1722 issued by the Province of British Columbia on April 23, 2021, BC Ferries is denying travel to customers seeking to travel for non-essential reasons.
This includes including recreational vehicles, on routes that connect different regional zones as defined by the Order.
The following routes are affected:
- Tsawwassen - Swartz Bay
- Tsawwassen - Duke Point
- Tsawwassen - Southern Gulf Islands
- Horseshoe Bay - Departure Bay
- Comox - Powell River
www.ferrytravel.com Vancouver ferry Victoria ferry
Nanaimo ferry Prince Rupert Ferry Port Hardy ferry
BC Ferry Covid-19 Update
BC Ferries Prohibits Non-Essential Travel
Following new provincial restrictions prohibiting non-essential travel between health regions, BC Ferries has taken action to support the new rules.
Effective immediately and through 25 May, BC Ferries will deny travel to customers
travelling for non-essential reasons.
Travellers will be asked if their travel is essential, and will be denied if that travel does not fall
within the provincial exemptions.
BC Ferries supports doing everything possible to discourage non-essential travel and will rely on the appropriate jurisdictional authorities for assistance with enforcement.
Routes the BCF staff will be monitoring for non-essential travel include
- Tsawwassen – Swartz Bay
- Tsawwassen – Duke Point
- Tsawwassen – Southern Gulf Islands
- Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay
- Comox – Powell River
- Port Hardy – Prince Rupert
Frigid Water Rescue
Rescue by Vancouver Bound BC Ferry
The BC Ferry crew on the Thursday evenings Queen of Surrey sailing from Nanaimo on Vancouver Island quickly launched a rescue boat and brought a passenger overboard safely back onto the ferry.
The ferry then returned to Nanaimo where the passenger was transferred into the care of waiting B.C. Ambulance Service paramedics.
Bellingham Ferry to Whittier
Spring Ferry Sailings Sold Out
As of 29 March the 1st available sailing from Bellinghan to Whittier is late June.
There will be direct sailings on the 10th and 24th July; or the 7th and 21 of August and on the 4th and 18 of September.
Additional sailings will cross the Gulf from Bellingham but will require a ferry transfer & possible stay in Juneau.
For those sailing dates call 1-800-686-0446
For those sailing dates call 1-800-686-0446