Seattle – San Juan Island ferry

Seattle to San Juan Island and Friday Harbor Ferry

Skip the traffic and Anacortes ferry lines and hop on the San Juan Clipper ferry for the fastest way to travel direct from Pier 69 in Seattle to San Juan Island for a visit to beautiful Friday Harbor, WA!

The 3 hours and 45 minutes ferry ride through the Salish Sea will take you past Whidbey Island and underneath historic Deception Pass bridge before arriving in Friday Harbor. Upon arrival, you’ll be steps from downtown as well as Clipper’s fun activity and hotel partners. Get a great deal when you add a hotel stay to your booking.

How much is the ferry from Seattle to San Juan Island?
The passenger-only round-trip fare for the San Juan Clipper ferry from Seattle to Friday Harbor ranges from $100 USD – $139 USD for an advance purchase depending on the time of year. The Seattle to San Juan Island ferry operates various service between April 24 – October 11.

Do you need a passport to take the ferry from Seattle to San Juan Island?
No, San Juan Island is located inside the United States and does not require a passport for travel between Seattle and San Juan Island.

Seattle Whale Watching Tour to the San Juan Islands

Go whale watching in Seattle! Get your camera ready as you cruise out of Pier 69 on the ONLY Seattle whale watching tour to San Juan Islands! Soak in awe-inspiring scenery as you travel to an area world-renowned for sealife, where you’ll be on the lookout with an onboard expert naturalist by your side looking for orca, humpback and minke whales.

April through October is the best time to go on a Seattle whale watching tour with gray whale watching common in March and April while orca, humpback and minke whales are commonly spotted May through October.