Washington State Ferries Cancels Sailings Due to Vessel Moves

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Washington State Ferries (WSF) has announced the cancellation of several sailings on the Anacortes/San Juan Islands route today, March 1, due to vessel moves. The current plan is for the Chelan ferry to arrive in Anacortes in time to enter service later this afternoon, allowing the route to operate on a 3-boat schedule.

Why it matters

The Anacortes/San Juan Islands ferry route is a vital transportation link for residents and visitors to the islands. Disruptions to the schedule can significantly impact travel plans and access to the islands.

The details

WSF will need to cancel several sailings on the Anacortes/San Juan Islands route until the Chelan ferry arrives. Issaquah will shift to the #2 position, and the route will operate a 3-boat schedule. Reservation holders will be prioritized, and no-show fees will be waived if customers cannot travel due to the service disruption.

• The Chelan ferry is expected to arrive in Anacortes on Sunday, March 1, in time to enter service later this afternoon.
• Cancelled sailings include the 5:30 a.m. Anacortes to Shaw and Orcas (westbound), 6:50 a.m. Orcas to Shaw, Lopez, and Anacortes (eastbound), 8:40 a.m. Anacortes to Friday Harbor (westbound), 10:20 a.m. Friday Harbor to Anacortes (eastbound), 11:55 a.m. Anacortes to Shaw and Orcas (westbound), and 1:30 p.m. Orcas to Shaw, Lopez, and Anacortes (eastbound).

What’s next

If the Chelan arrives as planned, it is expected to enter service in time to operate the 3:20 p.m. Anacortes to Shaw and Orcas sailing, allowing the route to return to a normal schedule.