United States
Coupeville to Port Townsend Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Coupeville
Washington
Arrives
Port Townsend
Washington
Washington State FerriesAt a glance
The Coupeville to Port Townsend ferry takes about 30m, with 15 listed sailings between 07:15 and 21:10. It is operated by Washington State Ferries. Fares start from $5.
- First sailing
- 07:15
- Last sailing
- 21:10
- Sailings listed
- 15
- Crossing
- 30m
Coupeville to Port Townsend ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:15 | 07:45 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
| 08:45 | 09:15 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
| 10:15 | 10:45 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
| 11:00 | 11:30 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Sun |
| 11:45 | 12:15 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
| 12:30 | 13:00 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Sun |
| 13:15 | 13:45 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
| 14:00 | 14:30 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Sun |
| 14:45 | 15:15 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
| 15:30 | 16:00 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Sun |
| 16:15 | 16:45 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
| 17:00 | 17:30 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Sun |
| 18:00 | 18:30 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
| 19:30 | 20:00 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
| 21:10 | 21:40 | 30m | Washington State Ferries | Daily |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Coupeville – Port Townsend crossing
Thirty minutes across Admiralty Inlet, 109 sailings a week, eighteen departures from 07:15 to 22:40 under five separate day patterns.
Five calendars on a route with eighteen daily sailings means the timetable shifts through the year — Washington State Ferries publishes distinct spring, summer and winter sheets for this crossing, and reservations are required for vehicles on most of them.
The crossing links Whidbey Island to the Olympic Peninsula at the point where Puget Sound meets the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the tidal currents through that gap are strong enough to affect the schedule. Port Townsend on the far side is a Victorian seaport that expected to become the region's great city, was bypassed by the railroad in the 1890s, and kept its nineteenth-century downtown as a result.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- Vehicle reservations on selected routes
- Real-time vessel map
- Terminal traffic cameras showing holding lanes
- First-time rider's guide
- Published guidance for riders with disabilities
Vehicle space is available on this route — book early, especially in peak season. Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.
Getting to & from the ports
Frequently asked questions
Which operator provides this service?
Washington State Ferries operates this route.
What time is the last sailing?
Sailings run from 07:15 to 22:40.
How often does the ferry run?
18 sailings a day on this route.
How long, roughly, is the crossing?
About 30m under normal conditions.
Is there a ferry back from Port Townsend?
Yes — see the Port Townsend to Coupeville ferry for the return schedule.
Is this a domestic or international route?
Domestic — the whole crossing stays within United States.
How much does a ticket cost?
Fares start from around $5. Prices vary by operator, season, cabin and whether you take a vehicle.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 30m and several sailings a day (first 07:15, last 21:10), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.
Does the ferry run all year?
Sailings run daily, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.
Can I take a car on this ferry?
Yes — Washington State Ferries carries vehicles on this route. Book your car space in advance, especially in peak season, and check the specific sailing for size limits.
Can I take a pet on this ferry?
Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with Washington State Ferries, so declare your pet when booking.
Will these sailing times change soon?
The timetable above is the one in force now and runs to 10 October 2026. The next edition has already been published and starts 11 October 2026; it replaces this table on that date, so what you see here is always the current season rather than a merged list of all of them.
Timetable valid Oct 1, 2026 – Oct 10, 2026.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated October 5, 2026.
Operated by
Fares from
$5
Lowest published one-way fare. Final price varies by operator, date and vehicle.
Ports on this route
Coupeville on the map
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