United States
Guemes Island Ferry Schedules 2026
Anacortes to Guemes Island — one fare covers the round trip
Est. 1960Anacortes, Washington
Photo: M/V Guemes at Anacortes — Dustin Creviston / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)- 2
- Routes
- 2
- Ports
- 5m
- Avg crossing
- 1
- Vessels
- 1960
- Founded
Guemes Island Ferry is a ferry operator, founded in 1960 and based in Anacortes, Washington. It operates 2 ferry routes serving 2 ports in United States. Customer contact: +1 360-416-1466. Across its network, crossings average about 5m.
Live board
Guemes Island Ferry departures today
Filtered to sailings that operate on today's date — open a departure for its full timetable.
Timetables
Which routes does Guemes Island Ferry operate?
2 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anacortes Terminal → Guemes Island Terminal | 5m | 34 / wk | 1 | United States |
| Guemes Island Terminal → Anacortes Terminal | 5m | 34 / wk | 1 | United States |
Anacortes Terminal1 route
Guemes Island Terminal1 route
Network
Where does Guemes Island Ferry sail?
Guemes Island Ferry sails to 2 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Fare covers outbound and return
- Email and text service alerts
- After-hours service by arrangement, capped at three hours
- Operated by Skagit County across Guemes Channel
- Needs-based pass sold only in person, to residents in the county tax exemption programme
- Extra run sometimes offered after the 11:15 a.m. sailing — reservation only, not guaranteed
- Hazmat fare may be split between companies travelling together
- Emergency crossings can run outside the published schedule
About
About Guemes Island Ferry
The Guemes Island Ferry is run by Skagit County across Guemes Channel from Anacortes, Washington — a short crossing that is the island's only fixed link.
The fare covers a round trip
One payment covers the trip to Guemes and the return to Anacortes, so you are not buying twice.
Concessions are means-tested and bought in person
The needs-based pass is not available online. It must be purchased in person at 1800 Continental Place, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., before sailing. Eligibility is narrow: Guemes Island residents actively enrolled in the county's Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons property tax exemption programme under Washington state law.
The extra run that may not happen
An additional sailing is sometimes offered immediately after the 11:15 a.m. departure — at the Ferry Division Manager's discretion, by advance reservation only, and explicitly not guaranteed. Book on (360) 416-1466.
Freight, hazmat and after hours
The hazmat fare may be split between several companies travelling together and applies regardless of how many trucks are aboard. After-hours service is capped at three hours and depends on vessel and crew availability. Emergency crossings dispatched by 911, the Sheriff, fire service or utilities can run outside the published schedule.
Maintenance
The vessel goes out of service for scheduled pier-side maintenance — during the 2026 window a passenger-only service ran on the non-peak schedule in its place. Email and text alerts carry the updates.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Guemes Island Ferry founded?
Guemes Island Ferry was founded in 1960, and is headquartered in Anacortes, Washington.
Where does Guemes Island Ferry sail?
Guemes Island Ferry operates 2 ferry routes and serves 2 ports in United States, including Anacortes Terminal, Guemes Island Terminal.
How do I contact Guemes Island Ferry?
You can reach Guemes Island Ferry by phone on +1 360-416-1466, or via their official booking site.
What facilities are available on Guemes Island Ferry ferries?
Guemes Island Ferry ferries typically offer Fare covers outbound and return, Email and text service alerts, After-hours service by arrangement, capped at three hours. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a Guemes Island Ferry ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Guemes Island Ferry departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Guemes Island Ferry.
How do I find Guemes Island Ferry ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Guemes Island Ferry route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Guemes Island Ferry before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 9, 2026.
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