You can travel to Orcas Island either by plane, boat or by ferry. The Washington State Ferry System serves Orcas Island from the mainland terminal in Anacortes several times a day. By car, the drive from Seattle to the Anacortes ferry terminal takes about 2 hours. Take I-5 north to the Highway 20 exit just north of Mt. Vernon. Take Highway 20 west, following the signs through Anacortes to the San Juan Islands Ferry Terminal.
In the summer, make sure you allow yourself plenty of travel time. Plan to be at the terminal a minimum of 2 hours prior to the scheduled sailing. There is always the possibility of an overload. Washington State Ferries do not accept reservations, except for travel to Sydney, British Columbia. You can call the Washington State Ferries at (800)843-3779 for current schedules and advice on when to arrive for your planned sailing. Visit the Ferries for detailed information and schedules.
San Juan Airlines departs from Boeing Field, near SeaTac airport and arrives in Eastsound, Orcas Island several times daily. Kenmore Air Seaplanes depart from Lake Union, in Seattle, and flies to West Sound, Rosario Resort and Deer Harbor. Taxi service, car rentals, and a summer bus line are available on Orcas Island. Be sure to have your local transportation arranged prior to your arrival.
TRANSPORTATION
Airporter Shuttle
www.airporter.com
shuttle@airporter.com
866-235-5247
Runs 10 round trips daily from SeaTac Airport to Marysville, Arlington, Smokey Point, Stanwood, Mount Vernon, Bellingham, the Alaska Ferry, Ferndale, Blaine, LaConner, Anacortes, San Juan Ferries, Oak Harbor, and Whidbey NAS.
Kenmore Air Seaplanes
www.kenmoreair.com
info@kenmoreair.com
800-543-9595
The easy connection to Orcas Island is by Kenmore Air Seaplane from Seattle. Several daily scheduled flights from downtown and north Seattle to Rosario Resort, Deer Harbor and Westsound. Flight and lodging packages available.
Mosquito Fleet
www.whalewatching.com
info@whalewatching.com
800-325-ORCA (6722)
Mosquito Fleet is the leading Wildlife Adventure Company in Washington State, operating naturalist-guided Orca whale watching tours in the San Juan Islands, Puget Sound, and Seattle, areas. Passenger Only Ferry Service.
Northwest Seaplanes
www.nwseaplanes.com
800-690-0086
Scheduled flights available daily from Seattle to Deer Harbor, Rosario, and Westsound. Conveniently located on the southend of Lake Washington, minutes from Seattle's Eastside, the Southend and SeaTac International Airport. Ground transportation available to SeaTac.
Rose Air
www.roseair.com
503-675 ROSE (7673)
Personalized air charter service with non-stop flights from the Portland (OR) area to the San Juan Islands. Fly/Lodge/Drive packages available with Rose Arbor Cottage.
San Juan Airlines
info@sanjuanairlines.com
www.sanjuanairlines.com
800-690-0086
Combining over 30 years of experience flying the skies over the Northwest and Canada, your San Juan Airlines offers quality air service at an affordable price.
Susies Moped Rentals
www.susiesmopeds.com
sjmopeds@rockisland.com
800-532-0087
Explore the islands with Susies Mopeds, an island tradition since 1986. Let our professional & friendly staff help you rent the right moped, scootcar or convertible SUV. Hourly and daily rates. Three convenient locations. Call for reservations.
Victoria Clipper
www.victoriaclipper.com
reservations@victoriaclipper.com
800-888-2535
Depart Pier 69 in downtown Seattle for a scenic cruise to the San Juan Island archipelago. Passenger only ferry from Seattle or Victoria to Friday Harbor.
Washington State Ferries
www.wsdot.wa.gov
wsfinfo@wsdot.wa.gov
888-808-7977
Washington State Ferries is the largest ferry system in the United States, serving eight counties within Washington and the Province of British Columbia in Canada. Our existing system has 10 routes and 20 terminals that are served by 29 vessels. Autos and Passengers from Anacortes or Sidney BC Directions to Anacortes: I-5 to Burlington/Anacortes-San Juan Ferry Exit (230); then west on Hwy. 20 to Anacortes and Ferry Dock.
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