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Ferries & Water Taxis in Alaska

33 of the 504 marinas and boating businesses we track in Alaska are ferry services and passenger boats. Full listings for every city are on the Alaska page.

33locations
16cities
504locations statewide

Ferry routes vary widely between scheduled vehicular crossings, seasonal island shuttles, and passenger-only urban water taxis. Choosing the right service depends on whether you are transporting a vehicle, traveling with pets, or needing a strict commuter timeline. Map pins show terminal docks, but they do not indicate reservation requirements, vehicle height limits, or seasonal sailing schedules.

Ketchikan 5

  1. Alaska Marine Highway System Headquarters

    7037 N Tongass Hwy, Ketchikan, AK 99901-9100

    Mon–Fri 8am–3:30pm

    Call Website All Ketchikan

  2. Alaska Marine Highway System

    7037 N Tongass Hwy, Ketchikan, AK 99901-9100

    Mon–Fri 8am–3:30pm

    Call Website All Ketchikan

  3. Inter Island Ferry Authority

    3501 Tongass Ave, Ketchikan, AK 99901

    Call Website All Ketchikan

  4. Ifa

    3501 Tongass Ave, Ketchikan, AK 99901-5634

    Call All Ketchikan

  5. Grand Princess

    Ketchikan, AK

    All Ketchikan

Whittier 4

  1. Whittier Ferry Terminal

    1/4 West Camp Rd, Whittier, AK 99693

    7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

    Call Website All Whittier

  2. Prince William Sound Glacier Cruises

    Pier 1, Whittier, AK 99693

    Call Website All Whittier

  3. Alaska Marine Highway Ferry Terminal

    Whittier, AK

    Website All Whittier

  4. Whittier Ferry Terminal

    1/4 W Camp Rd, Whittier, AK 99693

    Call All Whittier

Anchorage 3

  1. Alaskan 4 Star Charters

    11321 Via Appia, Anchorage, AK 99515-2904

    Call Website All Anchorage

  2. Prince William Sound Glacier Cruises

    509 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501

    Call Website All Anchorage

  3. Seward Cruise Ship Dock

    Anchorage, AK

    All Anchorage

Haines 3

  1. Haines-Skagway Fast Ferry

    121 Beach Rd, Haines, AK 99827

    Call Website All Haines

  2. Haines Ferry Terminal

    2112 Lutak Rd, Haines, AK 99827

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  3. Haines Port

    Haines, AK 99827

    All Haines

Homer 3

  1. Seldovia Bay Ferry - Homer Terminal

    Ramp 7 / JJ Dock Homer Harbor, 4311 Freight Dock Rd, Homer, AK 99603

    Call Website All Homer

  2. Homer Ferry Terminal

    4690 Homer Spit Rd, Homer, AK 99603

    Call Website All Homer

  3. ALASKAN COASTAL FREIGHT, LLC

    4722 Sabrina Rd, Homer, AK 99603

    Call All Homer

Kodiak 3

  1. Kodiak Ferry Terminal

    100 E Marine Way #100, Kodiak, AK 99615

    Monday through Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

    Call Website All Kodiak

  2. Kodiak Island Charters

    210 Shelikof St, Kodiak, AK 99615-6056

    Call Website All Kodiak

  3. Runnamuck Charters

    1424 Mission Rd, Kodiak, AK 99615-6584

    Call All Kodiak

Juneau 2

  1. Juneau-Auke Bay Ferry

    Juneau, AK

    Call Website All Juneau

  2. Douglas Island Harbor

    Juneau, AK

    Website All Juneau

Sitka 2

  1. Sitka Ferry Terminal

    5307 Halibut Point Rd, Sitka, AK 99835

    Call Website All Sitka

  2. Kingfisher Charters & Lodge

    104 Berry Knoll Ln, Sitka, AK 99835-9546

    Call Website All Sitka

Fairbanks 1

  1. Class 5 Boatworks

    1963 Donald Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701

    Call All Fairbanks

Hoonah 1

  1. Hoonah Ferry Terminal

    119 Cannery Rd, Hoonah, AK 99829

    Call Website All Hoonah

Kenai 1

  1. ALASKA MARINE SERVICES

    38566 Kalifornsky Beach Rd, Kenai, AK 99611

    Call Website All Kenai

Petersburg 1

  1. Petersburg Ferry Terminal

    1100 S Nordic Dr, Petersburg, AK 99833

    Call Website All Petersburg

Seward 1

  1. Spirit of Adventure

    Seward, AK

    All Seward

Skagway 1

  1. Skagway Ferry Terminal

    Mile 0 Klondike Highway, Skagway, AK 99840

    Call Website All Skagway

Soldotna 1

  1. Bo's Fishing Guide Service

    Big Eddy Rd, Soldotna, AK 99669

    Call Website All Soldotna

Wrangell 1

  1. Alaska Marine Highway Division

    301 McCormaks Street, Wrangell, AK 99929

    Call Website All Wrangell
Book vehicle spots early. Many island and long-distance passenger ferries require advance reservations for cars during peak summer months, while walk-on passengers can often buy tickets at the pier.

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Good to know

Do I need to arrive early if I already bought a ticket?

Yes, most operators require vehicles to be in the boarding lane 30 to 60 minutes before departure. Walk-on passengers usually need to clear the gate 15 to 20 minutes prior to sailing. Late arrivals risk losing their reserved spot to standby commuters.

Are pets allowed on ferry crossings?

Policies depend on the specific line and duration of the trip. Many passenger ferries allow leashed dogs on exterior decks, while vehicle ferries often require pets to remain inside your personal car during the transit. Always check specific carrier rules before arriving at the terminal.

How much do passenger and vehicle ferry tickets usually cost?

Short commuter water taxis often cost under $10 per passenger. Longer vehicular crossings to islands typically range from $20 to over $100 depending on the size of the vehicle, the number of passengers, and peak seasonal pricing.

How to shrink wrap a boat?

To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Alaska, check the 33 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.

What is a marine survey?

A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Alaska, MarinaAtlas indexes 33 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.