Bainbridge Island Ferry Tickets
Tickets for the Bainbridge Island – Seattle ferry route are available online or at the tollbooth before departure. The ferry ride from Bainbridge Island to Seattle is free for pedestrians on foot, whereas the return trip from Seattle to Bainbridge Island requires paying. However, pedestrians crossing from Bainbridge to Seattle with a vehicle will have to pay both ways.
Reservations are not available on the Bainbridge Island ferry. All tickets are available on a first come first served basis.
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Seattle – Bainbridge Island Tickets & Fares
Single Ride Tickets & Fares
Single ride tickets can be purchased online or at the tollbooth and are valid up to 90 days from the purchase date.
Fares in effect October 25, 2026.
| Ticket Type | Seattle to Bainbridge Island | Bainbridge Island to Seattle |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger | ||
| Adult (age 19 - 64) | $11.35 | Free |
| Senior (age 65 & over) / Disability | $5.65 | Free |
| Youth (age 18 and under) | Free | Free |
| Bicycle Surcharge Only (19 and over) | $1.00 | Free |
| Vehicle, Motorcycle, and Stowage Fares | ||
| Vehicle Under 14' (less than 168”) & Driver | $16.05 | $16.05 |
| Vehicle Under 22' (standard veh) & Driver | $20.25 | $20.25 |
| Vehicle U14' (less than 168") & Sr/Disability Driver | $13.20 | $13.20 |
| Vehicle U22' (standard veh) & Sr/Disability Driver | $17.40 | $17.40 |
| Motorcycle & Driver / Stowage Fare | $9.00 | $9.00 |
| Motorcycle & Senior/Disability Driver / Stowage Fare | $6.15 | $6.15 |
| Vehicle Length-Based | ||
| Vehicle Under 30' Under 7'2 in. | $29.90 | $29.90 |
| Vehicle Under 30' Over 7'2 in. | $58.75 | $58.75 |
| Vehicle Under 40' | $78.00 | $78.00 |
| Vehicle Under 50' | $97.25 | $97.25 |
| Vehicle Under 60' | $116.50 | $116.50 |
| Vehicle Under 70' | $135.75 | $135.75 |
| Vehicle Under 80' | $155.00 | $155.00 |
| Cost per foot over 80' | $1.95 | $1.95 |
Multi-Ride Tickets & Fares
Multi-ride tickets can be purchased online or at the tollbooth and are valid up to 90 days from the purchase date.
| Ticket Type | Seattle to Bainbridge Island | Bainbridge Island to Seattle |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger | ||
| Multi-Ride Commuter Card 10 Ride | $92.80 | $92.80 |
| Vehicle, Motorcycle, and Stowage Fares | ||
| Multi-Ride Commuter Card - Vehicle U14' & Driver 20 Ride | $260.80 | $260.80 |
| Multi-Ride Commuter Card - Vehicle U22' & Driver 20 Ride | $328.00 | $328.00 |
| Multi-Ride Commuter Card - Motorcycle & Driver 20 Ride | $148.00 | $148.00 |
WSF Monthly Passenger Pass
The Washington State Ferry (WSF) monthly passenger pass costs $148.50. It is valid from the first sailing of the month through the last sailing of the month, or for 31 round trips – whichever comes first.
You may use passes for more expensive routes on less expensive routes. They are intended for a single user and you may not transfer, exchange, or be refunded the cost of your monthly passenger pass once purchased.
Bainbridge Ferry Tickets FAQs
How much are ferry tickets to Bainbridge Island?
Ferry tickets from Seattle to Bainbridge Island range in price from $5.65 to $20.25. Youth (age 18 and under) ride free, seniors (65 and over) and passengers with disabilities pay $5.65, adults (19 to 64) pay $11.35. Fares with a vehicle depend on its length and the driver's age.
Do you need reservations for Bainbridge Ferry?
No. You do not need reservations for the Bainbridge Island ferry. Matter of fact, you can’t even make reservations. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
Do you pay both ways on Bainbridge ferry?
No. Walk-on passengers pay only from Seattle to Bainbridge Island ($11.35 for an adult). The ferry ride from Bainbridge Island to Seattle is free if you do not have a vehicle. Vehicles and their drivers pay in both directions.