Overview
Clipper Vacations offers the only direct fast ferry service between Seattle and Victoria, BC—the Victoria Clipper.
The Victoria Clipper ferry operates year-round service, roundtrip 1 time per day, with the exception of trips in mid-May through mid-September, when 2 daily roundtrip services are available. The ferry features three classes of service including Economy (lower deck), Vista (upper deck) and Comfort Class (upper deck). The Comfort Class upgrade includes priority boarding, leather seating in a private spacious class cabin, panoramic views along with complimentary snacks, coffee and tea.
Seattle to Victoria Ferry
The Seattle to Victoria Clipper ferry ride connects the United States with Vancouver Island. The Victoria Clipper ferry ride to Victoria takes 2 hours and 45 minutes, traveling direct between Pier 69 in downtown Seattle and the Belleville Terminal in downtown Victoria, BC’s Inner Harbor.
How much is the ferry from Seattle to Victoria?
The passenger-only round-trip fare for the Victoria Clipper ranges from $115 USD – $140 USD for a 7 day advance purchase depending on the time of year. SAVE on your Victoria Clipper ferry ride when booking a Seattle to Victoria overnight hotel package!
Do you need a passport to take the ferry from Seattle to Victoria?
Yes, since you are crossing into another country, you will need a passport to enter Canada and re-enter the United States upon return. A Passport Card, Enhanced Driver License, Enhanced ID Card or NEXUS Card is also acceptable.
Victoria to Seattle Ferry
The Victoria Clipper ferry ride connects Vancouver Island with the United States. The Victoria Clipper ferry ride to Seattle takes 2 hours and 45 minutes, traveling direct between Belleville Terminal in downtown Victoria, BC’s Inner Harbor and Pier 69 in downtown Seattle.
How much is the ferry from Victoria to Seattle?
The passenger-only round-trip fare for the Victoria Clipper from Victoria to Seattle ranges from $99 USD – $129 USD for a special BC Appreciation 7 day advance purchase depending on the time of year. Get a great deal when booking a Victoria to Seattle overnight hotel package!
Save on Hotel Packages
Did you know Clipper offers a Best Price Guarantee on all of our Victoria overnight packages? Also, receive a special discount on your Victoria Clipper fast ferry transportation when adding a hotel stay!
Visit The Butchart Gardens
Immerse yourself in more than 300,000 blooms at world-renowned The Butchart Gardens with a hotel package deal or day trip to Victoria from downtown Seattle on our high-speed Victoria Clipper V fast ferry!
Ferry Schedule
Important: Please check our Clipper Safe Travel Guide for details around our safe travel policy and requirements for entry into Canada.
The U.S. border remains closed at this time to anyone other than permanent residents and essential workers. You must call our reservations team to book our fast ferry travel originating in Victoria if you are eligible for U.S. entry at this time.
Ferry Schedule
Important: Please check our Clipper Safe Travel Guide for details around our safe travel policy. The U.S. border remains closed at this time to anyone other than permanent residents and essential workers. You must call our reservations team to book our fast ferry travel originating in Victoria if you are eligible for U.S. entry at this time.
Travel Fares
Notes
BC Appreciation Fares valid when originating travel in Victoria and traveling round trip, with min. two-day advance purchase.
Additional Fare Notes
7 AND 2-DAY ADVANCE PURCHASE (AP) Round-Trip only: Advanced purchase (AP) fares must be purchased a minimum of 2 days prior to travel, non-changeable and non-refundable. Standard fares are fully refundable for cancellations received 2 or more days prior to travel, non-changeable within 2 days.
Adult: Rates are $5.00 higher per segment of travel for Friday & Saturday departures from Seattle, and Sunday departures from Victoria. Additional fees apply to class upgrades. Child (1-11 yrs old): Children pay 50% of adult fare.
All fares include applicable taxes. A Health & Security fee and fuel surcharge will be added to all Seattle/Victoria fares & packages. Non-cancelable; date, voyage restrictions may apply. Actual fares may vary based on booking and travel dates. All rates in US Dollars. Schedule is subject to change.
Group travel discounts available for 10+ people, traveling together. Please contact us to inquire.
Fare Classes
Panoramic views and spacious seating
Main Cabin
- Onboard locally sourced food, spirits, and beverage menu available for purchase with in-seat service
- Onboard gift shop
Upgrade for
just $10 USD per segment!
Spectacular views from the upper-deck includes all amenities of Economy, plus:
- Leather seating with panoramic views, additional legroom for window seats
- Table/group seating in select areas
- NOTE: located on upper deck and requires walking up stairs.
Upgrade for
just $30 USD per segment!
Spacious, leather seating in upper-deck Comfort Cabin includes all amenities of Economy, plus:
- Complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, fruit, and snacks
- Priority boarding
- NOTE: located on upper deck and requires walking up stairs.
Travel Information and ID Requirements
Anytime you’re traveling between Canada and the United States, you’ll have to pass through Customs and Border Protection. That means no matter how you’re traveling from Seattle to Victoria or Victoria to Seattle, you’ll need a Passport, Passport Card, Enhanced Driver License or an Enhanced ID Card (EDL/ID). Learn more about ID and Travel Requirements.
Travel Information and ID Requirements
Anytime you’re traveling between Canada and the United States, you’ll have to pass through Customs and Border Protection. That means no matter how you’re traveling from Seattle to Victoria or Victoria to Seattle, you’ll need a Passport, Passport Card, Enhanced Driver License or an Enhanced ID Card (EDL/ID). Learn more about ID and Travel Requirements.
Directions & Parking
Seattle
Nearby parking
Bell Street Pier Garage
Entrances on:
9 Wall St & 2323 Elliott Ave
Garage hours:
6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Cost: $10.00 per calendar day for Clipper passengers. Must obtain parking validation from the Victoria Clipper terminal. Garage has a height restriction of 6’6″
Victoria Terminal
Nearby parking
Belleville Street Terminal
Daily Parking
Hotel Grand Pacific Garage
Daily & overnight parking
463 Belleville St,
Victoria, BC V8V 1X3,
Canada
Customers should not use the meters located in the parking garage, but check-in at the hotel’s front desk to obtain a parking ticket either prior to parking or immediately after parking their vehicle in the garage.
Directions & Parking
Seattle
Nearby parking
Bell Street Pier Garage
Entrances on:
9 Wall St & 2323 Elliott Ave
Garage hours:
6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Cost: $10.00 per calendar day for Clipper passengers. Must obtain parking validation from the Victoria Clipper terminal. Garage has a height restriction of 6’6″
Victoria Terminal
Nearby parking
Belleville Street Terminal
Daily Parking
Hotel Grand Pacific Garage
Daily & overnight parking
463 Belleville St,
Victoria, BC V8V 1X3,
Canada
Customers should not use the meters located in the parking garage, but check-in at the hotel’s front desk to obtain a parking ticket either prior to parking or immediately after parking their vehicle in the garage.
