Security
WSF has implemented a U.S. Coast Guard approved security plan, for more information please click on the security link: Security
Transportation Information
Parking
Parking is available along the road and also available at the State Park. Please note: secured parking is not available.
Motorcycles
While motorcycles are not, by Washington Administrative Code (WAC 468-300-700), a preferential loading category of users, they are often loaded prior to automobiles for operational and staging purposes. Arrival at the dock after vehicle load has commenced requires motorcycles to wait until all cars have been loaded for the next motorcycle loading opportunity. Motorcycles should proceed, while on the dock, at no more than 10 mph. Use caution when car decks are wet. The following information details specific staging for this terminal:
Motorcycle Fare Purchase/Redemption
Purchase tickets at the auto tollbooths, at the kiosk inside the terminal waiting room, or online in advance.
Motorcycle Entry/Staging
Bypass line to access tollbooth for staging directions.
Motorcycle Loading
Loaded after bicycles and up to 6 vehicles; late arriving motorcycles are loaded at end of vehicle load as space permits.
Motorcycle Special Communication
This route operates on a reservation system. To make a reservation call 1-888-808-7977 or book online. You may arrive as a standby without a reservation, but reservations are recommended.
Trucks
WSF requires trucks with a gross vehicle weight of over 80,000 lbs and/or over 8’6” wide to have “travel approval” before crossing any of our routes. Vessels on this route have a limited height clearance and trucks may be loaded out of sequence.
Trucks that have a gross vehicle weight of over 80,000 lbs but are hauling less than 80,000 lbs will need to provide a weight slip.
Please fill out our Oversized/Overweight Vehicle Travel Request Form by downloading a .pdf version of the form and fax it to us at (206) 515-3846. Please allow three business days for completion and approval. You can contact us at anytime for status updates at (206) 464-6400 (Seattle).
Reservations are required for trucks, trailers or RV's at least 1 day prior to sailing. To make reservations you can call 206-464-6400 or 1-888-808-7977 (WA, BC).
Bikes
Bicyclists may bypass the line of vehicle traffic to get onto the ferry dock but must go through the tollbooth, using the window on the opposite side from vehicles. Bicyclists should arrive 20 minutes prior to departure time to be loaded at the beginning of loading process. Reservations are not needed. If a bicyclist arrives after vehicle loading has begun, they will be loaded at the end of the load. Bicycles can load to the upper deck where there are 10 racks and enough space for 50 bikes or on the car deck. Riders should walk their bikes on and off the ferry to avoid injuring passengers. There is one rack at the terminal which holds 6 bikes)
HOV
For information or to register for our rideshare program, check online at: Rideshare
Fare Discounts
We offer seniors (65+), persons with disabilities and passengers with a Medicare card, or other eligibility verification, travel at half the regular passenger fare rate. We offer special rates for youth 6-18 years of age. Children, 0-5 travel free.
Multi-ride cards are good for 90 days from the date of purchase and are non-refundable.
For fares, check on line at: Fares
Lost and Found
All lost & found items on this route are turned into the Port Townsend Terminal. You can reach the Lost & Found Department at 206-515-3439. Their hours of operation are 10:00am - 6:00pm Thursday-Monday and closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Our Information Agents can also assist you with lost & found inquiries from 7:00am through 6:45pm daily at 206-464-6400 or 1-888-808-7977.