Mukilteo / Clinton (20-minute crossing)

This is the closest route to get onto Whidbey Island if you are coming from the Seattle area or more South.

Remember to check the ferry schedule on the WSDOT website. It's a short 20 minute ferry ride but bring a book for the possibly wait in line. You'll see the ferry lane marked on the far right side of the road heading down the hill.

Important Tips:

Don't cut the line.

Bring a book.

Turn off your engine.

Have an "it will be what it will be" mindset. Go with the flow.

Port Townsend / Coupeville Ferry (40-minute crossing)

This is the closest route to get onto Whidbey Island if you are coming from the peninsula of Washington, home of the Olympic National Park. This will drop you off right next to Fort Casey on Whidbey Island.

Important Tips:

Don't cut the line.

Bring a book.

Turn off your engine.

Have an "it will be what it will be" mindset. Go with the flow.

If you want to avoid the ferries, there is one bridge that will get you onto the North end of Whidbey Island.

Before you hit Anacortes, you'll be able to take the Deception Bridge over Deception Pass. It is an absolutely majestic view. If you have time (and a Discover Pass), you can swing into Deception Pass State Park and do some exploring.