I love love taking the ferry! It always feels like I'm going on an adventure. The ferry terminal…read morehere is always a great place to drive into and the people so nice. Easy and simple to do. Just listen to the drive into the correct aisle of cars. They have a system and you just need to pay attention. The ferry itself is clean and warm. I love going outside for the views. On this trip to I did not as the temperature had dropped a bit. So I stayed inside. The cost is not much as I have a small vehicle. Great way to get to Whidbey island. Do it! Go in adventures. SYOY!

Hop on aboard and explore Clinton and Whidbey Island. The ferry itself is a great option to enable…read morelocals to commute and work in the Everett area. The ferry is equipped with a food court area with the basic comfort foods. The soup is my favorite. This day I rode the ferry to explore Skein and Tipple. It's just a 10 minute walk up the hill. The crafty speakeasy is the perfect stop to greet you on the island.

Washington State Ferries (WSF), Kennewick vessel, Friday, August, 16, 2024, 9:30 am. We were on a…read moreroad trip in a Class B RV (which is van-sized), and needed to travel from Port Townsend, WA to Coupeville, WA. In investigating our options on a mapping app, we found that we had two options -- to drive about 215 miles (4 hours, 45 minutes, plus toll) OR take a ferry (about 8 miles, 45 minutes plus wait time). With some apprehension about how it would work with our oversized and tall vehicle, we decided to take the ferry. We made a reservation online about two weeks before our planned trip, and many of the time slots for our preferred travel date were already taken but we were still able to get a slot at 9:30 am. The reservation "no show" fee was $10, charged only if the reservation is not used. We were pleased to find that there was a category to identify our vehicle as being "under 22' in length, and 7'6" to 13' tall." (There are also options to ride standby when vessel space is available). Washington State Ferries has loading down to a science. On our travel day, we were warmly greeted by the attendant at the entrance tollbooth. One senior (my husband) with vehicle under 22' was $15.30, while I was counted as an adult passenger for $4.10, for a total of $19.40 for two people and the RV. After paying, we were directed by staff to park in a specific lane (with other RVs) and allowed to disembark from our vehicle to grab a coffee or use the restrooms. The process of loading the ferry was highly organized. Every inch of space seemed to be used -- without unused space but also without there being vehicles that didn't fit. We were most impressed in seeing how easily an 18-wheeler semi also fit! After all of the vehicles were parked, the ferry left the dock and many passengers left their vehicles to move upstairs for the water views or to grab a snack. Disembarking in Coupeville was equally efficient. Overall, we had a great experience -- smooth sailing, efficient operations -- but also recognize that service disruptions may occur due to adverse weather conditions or emergency repairs. On this particular day, we were fortunate to have saved hundreds of miles and hours of driving, and nice smooth sailing. One small quibble. We found the WSF's website to be confusing for newcomers to ferry operations. .

Not a fan of this one. When your service is so volatile that high winds can cancel most, if not all…read moreof the ferries in a single day, just build a bridge. Also, the guy standing on the curb near the entrance, who informed us of the cancellations, told us that there were no reservations available for any other crossings, even later in the evening. This proved to be completely false, as we booked a reservation five minutes afterward, and by mid afternoon, the winds had subsided enough that we were able to board and cross without any issue. Government incompetence at its finest!

This is the ferry check in station on Whidbey island. It goes across to Port Townsend. Very busy…read moretransfer station. Highly recommend reservation, and if it's standby, keep checking cause someone may cancel theirs. They only allow a certain amount of standby vehicles. You can walk on, bike and even motorcycle on. I even saw a semi coming off of it! We took the 1:15 ferry and wow so busy! About a 30 minute ride and so smooth we took a nap in our car. You are allowed to leave your car and head up to the top deck for a nice view. They also have a galley for snacks too. And restrooms available.

I gotta admit, the Keystone ferry terminal isn't exactly the gem of the WSF system. It appears to…read morehave been built in simpler times, decades ago when things like ticket vending machines and social distancing weren't a thing. As a result, it's not the most efficient place to hang out - especially in times of covid (though the employees have done their best to map out effective social distancing protocols). The best thing about the Keystone terminal is the lovely beach adjacent to it. It's a great place to sit and wait for the ferry, which is often late due to the frequent fog, winds and/or low tides in this area. The ferry is also smaller here, so the wait times for driving aboard are often long - it's best to make a reservation online to cut down on wait times. If you're walking on, allow time to find parking, which is not abundant (especially on sunny, warm weekend days). There are few services here, except for a couple of vending machines, but (praise be!) there's a real restroom just inside the terminal doors.

I utilize the Edmonds Ferry Terminal monthly for work, consistently I've experienced easy access,…read morefriendly staff, great car waiting area with restrooms and coffee baristas. I definitely recommend planning ahead during the summer months if you're needing to arrive to your destination at a particular time. Many thanks to this terminal crew for always being courteous and dependable; I highly recommend!

Easy crossing from Edmonds to Kingston. A quick trip, easy on and off, adequate seating and food…read moreavailable. Try the soups they are excellent.

Customer service is always great at this ferry terminal, although I drive this particular terminal…read moreis ideal for commuters who plan to park and ride. The terminal has a covered walkway for commuters, multiple coffee baristas, and local restaurants are within walking distance. In the warmer months wait times tend to be extended due to the volume of commuters be mindful of ferry scheduled times, and road/bridge closures via WSDOT.

Some things never change! There are some routines that feel like old friends, no matter HOW much…read moretime and distance has passed! That is how it felt when I walked on the Kingston Ferry this week. Same 'ol same 'ol...in a GOOD way! I utilized WSF's semi-often, for many years. Tons of memories and beautiful views flooded my mind! It has been over a decade since I've needed to travel on a WSF..It was refreshing to see the terminals are still clean, the crew is still grinding like a well oiled machine, & the Galley remains a temptation zone! Yumb! The obvious "gripe" is cost. Grateful it is at least FREE to walk on, Kingston to Edmonds! -(That added a pep to my step as I trotted up the ramp!) Ferries Only in Washington. Western Washington, that is!

The Seattle-Bainbridge Island route is one of several operated by the Washington State Ferries…read moresystem, which is the largest ferry network in the United States!!! And my first time experiencing anything like it. My friend Emma drove us on with her car, but you can walk or bike on. The ferry ride itself continues to be one of the most iconic travel experiences in the Seattle area. Seattle skyline, Mount Rainier, and the surrounding islands we were able to see so clearly on this beautiful hot day. The ferry's name comes from the word wenatch in the Yakama laguage, which means "river flowing from canyon". Such a wonderful experience so glad we had perfect weather and the best company to enjoy the day with.

I had a great time at Seattle Ferry Terminal. From the first floor, go up the elevator. The 2nd…read morefloor has the information booth where tickets can be purchased. For $11.35, passengers get a round trip ferry ride. I went to Bainbridge Island. I recommend reviewing the departure times, as the waits in between are a decent amount of time apart. The waiting area has restrooms and Puget Sound Perks, a coffee and food stand. The staff is very friendly and answered questions with a good attitude!

The Wa state ferry system is now charging a 3% fee to use debit…read more Not only does this system price gouge the public during the summer months, now they're adding a 3% fee because they think they need to recoup the charges incurred for whatever reason. Like every other business, with the loss of the penny, are gonna round up and now they're gonna generate more revenue on the backs of the consumers, which are now nothing more than a piggy bank to these fuckers Bring cash, moving forward...

It's a beautiful ride to Bainbridge Island from Seattle. Although it has gotten more and more…read moreexpensive (duh), it is a great way to get to Seattle. The cafe onboard is somewhat small and the water is NOT free, even though it used to be. Great views of the bay and of the city.

Easy to walk on a grab a seat inside or outside pending the weather. Great views of the water and…read moreMt Rainer on the way back to Seattle!

Writing this as a visitor to the area and left with a bad memory of the experience due to the poor…read morecustomer service from the employee at the toll booth before entering the drive in line for the ferry. Be aware as you are driving in that you cannot change lanes once you get closer to the entrance and if using Google Maps it will automatically take you towards the walk in lane. The employee at the toll booth was incredibly rude and borderline berated our car full of women when he informed us that changing lanes is a ticketed offense in the area. There are signs on the way in however none of them state that changing lanes is prohibited.

This was my first time riding the Washington State Ferry, and the Anacortes terminal made the…read moreexperience easy and enjoyable. The terminal itself isn't huge, but it's well-organized and has all the essentials. There are restrooms (note: the entrance is outside), a snack bar with some hot food made to order, grab-and-go snacks, and vending machines for quick bites or drinks. Inside, you'll also find travel brochures, maps, and multiple ticket counters where you can buy ferry tickets or ask questions. I was a walk-on passenger and found the process very straightforward. Parking is nearby--just a short walk from the terminal--and costs $13 for the day. You can either scan the QR code posted on signs or use the pay station machine. Just a tip: if you're walking on, stay in the far left lane when entering the terminal--all other lanes to the right are for vehicles boarding the ferry. Overall, everything was clearly marked and staff were helpful. It was a smooth first-time experience, and I'd definitely ride again!

This is not my favorite ferry terminal. I was SHOOK that 2 people and a trailer was $350. When I…read moremade the reservation (which you have to do months and months in advance...) it had NO pricing. We would not have brought a trailer if we had known. We have taken it on other ferries and it is more expensive, but $350 is insane. You have to get there 30-60 min early, but there isn't much to do here. The snack shop just has unhealthy fried food and packaged snacks. I am gluten free and vegetarian and a $6 water bottle was my only option. Luckily I had low hopes going in and brought some snacks of my own. The bathroom was pretty rough to. It is next to a lovely beach down kind of a steep hill. Good for the 'gram, bad for the wallet.