Homer Alaska to Seldovia Alaska
Ferries scheduled to sail Homer and Seldovia on
Tuesday, November 22nd have been canceled due to high seas and poor weather conditions
For more information and further
cancellation updates, please contact AMHS at 907-465-3941
Kodiak Alaska - Port Lions Alaska Sailings canceled
Kodiak AK to Port Lions AK
Monday, November 21st:
Sailings between Kodiak & Port Lions AK have been cancelled due to poor weather
Replacement service to Port Lions AK has been scheduled 23 November 2011
For more information on cancelled sailings please call 907-465-3941
Cordova - Valdez Alaska service resumed
Cordova AK -Valdez AK
Service between Cordova Alaska and Valdez Alaska resumed Saturday 19 November after the side berth was examined and tested by the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities engineers
Ferry schedules can be found at www.ferrytravel.com
Service between Cordova Alaska and Valdez Alaska resumed Saturday 19 November after the side berth was examined and tested by the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities engineers
Ferry schedules can be found at www.ferrytravel.com
Winter Ferries to Alaska
Ferry from Washington to Alaska Year-Round
Ferries depart from Bellingham WA to Alaska every Friday year round.
( www.ferrytravel.com)
The most popular ferry route to Anchorage or Fairbanks Alaska is from Bellingham WA to Haines Alaska.
The ferry makes stops in Ketchikan, in Wrangell, Sitka, Petersburg and Juneau before arriving in Haines Alaska
From Haines the driving distance to Anchorage is approximately 650 miles
There are no ferries between Washington and Anchorage or Washington and Fairbanks.
If one does not have a passport they can ferry from Bellingham to Ketchican, transfer ships and travel Ketchican to Whittier. This avoids the Canadian border and Whittier is a 2 hr drive from Anchorage
The ferries to Whittier commence service in January 2012.
Ferries depart from Bellingham WA to Alaska every Friday year round.
( www.ferrytravel.com)
The most popular ferry route to Anchorage or Fairbanks Alaska is from Bellingham WA to Haines Alaska.
The ferry makes stops in Ketchikan, in Wrangell, Sitka, Petersburg and Juneau before arriving in Haines Alaska
From Haines the driving distance to Anchorage is approximately 650 miles
There are no ferries between Washington and Anchorage or Washington and Fairbanks.
If one does not have a passport they can ferry from Bellingham to Ketchican, transfer ships and travel Ketchican to Whittier. This avoids the Canadian border and Whittier is a 2 hr drive from Anchorage
The ferries to Whittier commence service in January 2012.
Bypass Canada using the ferry to Homer AK
Washington to Homer Alaska
Alaska Marine cross-gulf sailings between Washington and Homer commence in January 2012.
Until April 2012, the sailings from Washington to Homer and Whittier require a ship transfer in Ketchikan or in Juneau but they avoid Canada so enable access into Alaska without a passport.
For more ferry information or for ferry reservation call 1-800-686-0446 or visit www.ferrytravel.com
Alaska Marine cross-gulf sailings between Washington and Homer commence in January 2012.
Until April 2012, the sailings from Washington to Homer and Whittier require a ship transfer in Ketchikan or in Juneau but they avoid Canada so enable access into Alaska without a passport.
For more ferry information or for ferry reservation call 1-800-686-0446 or visit www.ferrytravel.com
Ferries to Alaska experience heavy traffic
Inside Passage ferry travel
2011 passage on the Alaska Marine Highway - the ferry system that enables travellers to ferry with their vehicles
up the Inside Passage through Ketchican, Wrangell, Sitka,Petersberg, Juneau, Haines and finally to Skagway from Bellingham Washington, is experiencing record bookings.
AMHS Ferry Updates
Weekly ferry service to Gustavus Alaska
Commencing in 2011 the Alaska Marine ferry le Comte will provide twice weekly service Juneau to Gustavus Alaska.
The ferry to Gustavus will take between 3 -5 hrs depending on the date.
The ferry cost, one way, per person is approximately 33.00 USD
Gustavus is known as the gateway to the Glacier National Park
It is here that some of the most spectacular scenery in Alaska can be enjoyed
Ferry System Down
Alaska Ferry System
Technical issues resulting from a hardware failure have resulted the
shutdown of the Alaska Marine ferry online reservation system.
Since 01 January 2011 ferry schedule, fare and booking information has
been unavailable from the Alaska Marine site however system officials
advise that they expect the site to be functioning prior to weeks' end
In the interim, sailing, rate and booking information is available through 1-800-686-0446
Technical issues resulting from a hardware failure have resulted the
shutdown of the Alaska Marine ferry online reservation system.
Since 01 January 2011 ferry schedule, fare and booking information has
been unavailable from the Alaska Marine site however system officials
advise that they expect the site to be functioning prior to weeks' end
In the interim, sailing, rate and booking information is available through 1-800-686-0446
Bellingham Washington to Whittier Alaka to Kodiak Island
Bellingham Washington to Whittier Alaska to Kodiak Island
May 2011 will see the introduction of the MV Kennicott providing direct
cross-gulf servicefrom Bellingham, WA to the port of Whittier.
Whittier is approximately 60 miles south of Anchorage.
The cross-gulf ferry will stop in Ketchikan, Juneau and
Yakutat on the way to Whittier and will then continue on to
provide connecting service from Whittier to Kodiak Island
May 2011 will see the introduction of the MV Kennicott providing direct
cross-gulf servicefrom Bellingham, WA to the port of Whittier.
Whittier is approximately 60 miles south of Anchorage.
The cross-gulf ferry will stop in Ketchikan, Juneau and
Yakutat on the way to Whittier and will then continue on to
provide connecting service from Whittier to Kodiak Island
FERRY WARNING
Avoid Ferry Cancellation Frustration
Because of inclement weather during the winter months it is important
to always call the departure terminal a few hours prior to the scheduled check-in
to confirm that there are no ferry delays or ferry cancellations.
Ferry terminal numbers
Clipper ferry: 1.800.686.0446
BC Ferry: 1.888.223.3779
Alaska ferry: 1.800.585.8445
Because of inclement weather during the winter months it is important
to always call the departure terminal a few hours prior to the scheduled check-in
to confirm that there are no ferry delays or ferry cancellations.
Ferry terminal numbers
Clipper ferry: 1.800.686.0446
BC Ferry: 1.888.223.3779
Alaska ferry: 1.800.585.8445
BC FERRIES Rescue
Alaska Ferry: Vehicle Space Tight over Holiday & early 2011
Washington to Alaska Ferry
Vehicle space of the ferry Bellingham to Alaska is tight for the balance of December 2010 and into January 2011.
This trip takes 3 days ( departing Friday, arriving Monday) but saves driving the Alcan highway which can be slow going at this time of year
For more information on the ferry schedule or to make reservations call 1-800-686-0446
Vehicle space of the ferry Bellingham to Alaska is tight for the balance of December 2010 and into January 2011.
This trip takes 3 days ( departing Friday, arriving Monday) but saves driving the Alcan highway which can be slow going at this time of year
For more information on the ferry schedule or to make reservations call 1-800-686-0446
Alaska ferry update
Alaska Ferry Space Update ( current as of 29 November 12:07 pst
Washington to Alaska Inside passage
03 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Limited
10 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Open
17 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Open
24 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Open
31 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Sold Out
X- Gulf Ferry
09 January Whittier- Juneau: car space Sold Out
Space availability changes constantly.
Call 1-800-686-0446 for updated ferry information
Washington to Alaska Inside passage
03 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Limited
10 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Open
17 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Open
24 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Open
31 December Bellingham - Haines: car space Sold Out
X- Gulf Ferry
09 January Whittier- Juneau: car space Sold Out
Space availability changes constantly.
Call 1-800-686-0446 for updated ferry information
Space Tight on Alaska ferries as winter sets in
Car space on the Alaska ferry between Bellingham WA & Alaska is getting tight as travellers to & from Alaska seek alternatives to the long drive
If planning travel to from Alaska between book early to avoid disappointment
Official schedule, cost and reservation information available at toll free 1-800-686-0446
If planning travel to from Alaska between book early to avoid disappointment
Official schedule, cost and reservation information available at toll free 1-800-686-0446
Save 20% Bellingham - Friday Harbor ferry tour
Bellingham - Friday Harbor gift certificates bought before 20 December 2010 for travel May through September 2011 are being offered at a 20% discount
The new Bellingham - Friday Harbor cruise includes a ferry tour through the San Juan Islands; whale watching; a 2 hr shore visit in Friday Harbor and a salmon / chicken buffet on the Friday Harbor- Bellingham return trip
A perfect Christmas gift & availble until 20 December for 71.20 per adult
(regular price is 89.00)
Call 1-800-686-0446 for more details
The new Bellingham - Friday Harbor cruise includes a ferry tour through the San Juan Islands; whale watching; a 2 hr shore visit in Friday Harbor and a salmon / chicken buffet on the Friday Harbor- Bellingham return trip
A perfect Christmas gift & availble until 20 December for 71.20 per adult
(regular price is 89.00)
Call 1-800-686-0446 for more details
Ferry + Hotel Grand Pacific Special
Extraordinary Seattle-Victoria overnight offer valid for travel 01 November 2010 thru 02 January 2011
Travel Seattle - Victoria return on the Clipper and enjoy a 1 night stay in Victorias 4 star Hotel Grand Pacific
Enjoy 2 days visiting the shops, galleries and museums in Victoria wihile staying in a luxury hotel- all for the superb price of 230.00 per couple
Call 1-800-686-0446 to book your reservation
* Package is subject to space availability & is non refundable, non changeable
Travel Seattle - Victoria return on the Clipper and enjoy a 1 night stay in Victorias 4 star Hotel Grand Pacific
Enjoy 2 days visiting the shops, galleries and museums in Victoria wihile staying in a luxury hotel- all for the superb price of 230.00 per couple
Call 1-800-686-0446 to book your reservation
* Package is subject to space availability & is non refundable, non changeable
Bellingham ferry to Victoria 2011
Sadly it was learned today that VSJC will not operate the Bellingham-Victoria ferry service in 2011
The always popular ferry service is believed to have suffered declining numbers as a direct result of the June 2010 border requirement for passports.
For years the ferry departing from the Port of Bellingham each May through September morning, carried passengers on a scenic 3 hr trip through the San Juan Islands to the Inner Harbour in downtown Victoria.
With a complimentary dinner on the return trip each evening, the Bellingham-Victoria ferry trip was undoubtedly one of the best "mini vacation" values in the Northwest.
Moving forward VSJC has announced that the vessel previously used on the Bellingham-Victoria route will now serve an increased service Bellingham- Friday Harbor
Vancouver Island is served by the auto/passenger ferries from Vancouver, auto/passenger ferries from Anacortes, auto/passenger ferries from Port Angeles and passenger only Seattle ferry
For schedules & fares on every ferry systems serving the Island, go to www.ferrytravel.com or call 1-800-686-0446
The always popular ferry service is believed to have suffered declining numbers as a direct result of the June 2010 border requirement for passports.
For years the ferry departing from the Port of Bellingham each May through September morning, carried passengers on a scenic 3 hr trip through the San Juan Islands to the Inner Harbour in downtown Victoria.
With a complimentary dinner on the return trip each evening, the Bellingham-Victoria ferry trip was undoubtedly one of the best "mini vacation" values in the Northwest.
Moving forward VSJC has announced that the vessel previously used on the Bellingham-Victoria route will now serve an increased service Bellingham- Friday Harbor
Vancouver Island is served by the auto/passenger ferries from Vancouver, auto/passenger ferries from Anacortes, auto/passenger ferries from Port Angeles and passenger only Seattle ferry
For schedules & fares on every ferry systems serving the Island, go to www.ferrytravel.com or call 1-800-686-0446
Bellingham Washington to Whittier Alaska direct
MV Kennicott
Great news for travellers planning to ferry from Washington to Alaska this summer.
Commencing 07 May 2011 Alaska Marine will offer direct cross-gulf service from Bellingham to Whittier on alternate Saturdays.
The reverse ferry service, Whittier to Bellingham will commence 31 May.
Whittier is approximately 60 miles from Anchorage
Ferry schedules, fares, online reservations and general information on all Alaska ferry sailings can be found at www.ferrytravel.com or by calling 1-800-686-0446
Reservations for the 2011 cross-gulf service began at the start of October so planning & early booking is essential
Weekly Summer Service Juneau to Gustavus
MV LeConte
The popularity of Gustavus (Gateway to Glacier Bay National Park) has resulted in easier & more frequent connections via Juneau being added by the Alaska Marine Hwy.
Weekly ferry service Juneau to Gustavus will commence May 2010.
Call 1-800-686-0446 for reservations
Added Ferry Sailings for 15 Dec 2010
MV Lituya
MV Lituya will add sailings on Wednesday, December 15th for the Annette Island School District dedication ceremony.
Additional ferry schedule information is available by calling Alaska Marine at 1-907-465-3941