Bainbridge Island Terminal

This ferry terminal on Bainbridge Island is a salad in quality. It connects beautifully to the scenery and awe of the island. A few seats are there in the terminal, but not many. Lining up to board it is through standing in a long tube, like the most pleasant version possible of pigs going to the slaughterhouse. Art, information and bus connections are abound.
It was nice to see a ferry terminal for the first time in months. Going there was just the right gateway to the fun of the island. So many great stores are nearby.
This does its task for commuters competently.

Nice ride and service, they beat you up for an extra $ 6 by not suggesting a round trip ticket.

It must’ve been the day I came. I had no issues at this terminal. Everything was fairly quick. I expected to wait in line for a bit, but it was smooth getting on and finding a place to sit while awaiting the Seattle view.

Great, fun and inexpensive way to get to the other side. Spacious and plenty of room to walk around. Lovely sights all around. Homes along the shore are quite interesting.

They really need a place to stick all the cars waiting to enter the ferry… they had to block off all entrances to the 305 besides the direction into the ferry which was a bit much and really confusing. Plus the ferry was super late, unusual but this happened throughout my experience (both ways). Other than that its pretty okay, sure it takes a bit to board/​walk the plank but you know what you’re getting into when you approach it.

A fun activity to do, especially if you have dogs as you can keep them in the car. We didn’t have a reservation and that’s the one thing they could improve, making it easier to make online reservations without having to print one out, but luckily we timed it right and then they said they didn’t accept reservations at this ferry so I was confused? Even though recreational marijuana is legal in Washington, don’t bring on the ferries. They had a DEA drug dog on duty there. The ferry terminal was clean and they definitely have a system as it was a smooth transition. It was a great way to see the Seattle skyline!

It was a quiet and relaxing ride, about 30 minutes from downtown Seattle to Bainbridge island, we paid around $ 28 for a group of five, and it was free on the way back from Bainbridge to Seattle, you can walk around or seat and enjoy the beautiful view. You can also take your car, it’s a little bit more money do, but I think it’s better, that way you can explore Bainbridge. The view is great for nice pictures, fun experience, especially for the kids.

If you are at this terminal it means that you are going to or coming back from Bainbridge Island. so good for you. I don’t think there is any way to be able to sell the excitement of a ferry terminal bit I really do like this one. Why you ask. Well for starters ferries leave ask out every half hour so there isn’t a huge rush to get back if you are worried you will miss the next ferry. This ferry is also within short walking distance to downtown Bainbridge. So that means you don’t have to take your car if you feel like getting out of Seattle and spending the day in a small town environment. And for asll of you nature people out there, there is some park space just a short walk from the ferry as well. So there you go, nature, downtown, no rushing. Come to bainbridge and tell them I sent you.

I’m really impressed with the Bainbridge Island terminal. They recently did a makeover and it’s great; especially to their ladies room. It’s easy to enter and exit from the terminal to your destination. One thing I noticed they do not off a nox office to purchase ferry passes, but you have the convenience of using the Kiosks.
There’s a paid parking lot right off the ferry and centrally located to downtown, because they don’t have vendors inside the ferry terminal.
Happy sailing!

The port is fairly large and quick to get people in auto or pedestrians on and off to destinations. Signs are large and clearly marked. Departure and sail times are on.
We took two round trips during non peak and everything went as expected.
The ships are large enough to sit and relax, get a snack, or walk around.
Good: quick ease of use during non peak.
Bad: nothing to date.
Should I ever visit the city and surrounding I’ll consider. It’s reasonably priced.

You can drive all the way around to get to bainbridge or Poulsbo etc… but the Ferry is quick and easy. Just drive your car on and chill for 30 minutes.
They run the terminal like a military op… and in a good way. On time, organized, and efficient.
If you gotta go to the island… check it out.

We were impressed with the ferry service overall. Heading to Bainbridge we didn’t have to wait long. On the way back the ferry was slightly delayed and we probably waited about 45 min. Took some beautiful pictures from the ferry!

What a fun way to enter Seattle! My boyfriend and I took the ferry into Seattle on a roadtrip! The cost is about $ 18 and I think it’s worth it. It’s like getting a cruise of Seattle but for WAY less! This ferry is HUGE! There are TWO levels in which to park cars. After you park your car, you can leave your car and go exploring the ferry. There is a restaurant and plenty of seating and bathrooms. We were lucky because when we went into the ferry there was no line except to board the ferry. I read reviews where people had to wait over an hour. Seeing the city lights from the ferry was fun and beautiful. The Seattle skyline is filled with lights and you have a clear view of the Space Needle and the Great Wheel. I just wish we were on the ferry a little bit earlier as it was dark when we boarded the ferry.
The ferry travels pretty fast. The ride from Bainbridge Island to downtown Seattle is about 30 minutes.

Awesome!
Quiet, relaxing ride. Barely noticed the take-​off… and didn’t even realize we had docked. Great ride. and Free on the way back to Seattle! :)

This was a fun experience! You do have to wait quite a long time to drive your car onto the boat (and there’s even a longer wait time from the island back to Seattle) but if you don’t have anything else to do, it’s fine.
Now to the island itself — Bainbridge is not really our cup of tea. We didn’t stay there very long and only looked around the shops but it was all a little too preppy for us. We did eat some tasty crepes but they were comparable to most shops elsewhere. I don’t think we would go back to the island if we go on a trip there again. But another ride on the ferry is in order. :)

Busy and clean terminal. Ferry from Seattle is quick. Lots of people around. Beautiful puget sound views and green scenery. Bainbridge is a cute and beautiful town. Green everywhere. Flowers, cute shops, boats, etc grace this quaint town.

Since this is for just the Bainbridge Island Terminal, I will review as such and not as the whole ferry system and all terminals.
Every visit to Seattle has to include a ferry ride to Bainbridge Island and there have been many many visits. I absolutely love the ride and views. However, the Bainbridge Island Terminal could be a lot better. The ramp leading up to the terminal is in fine shape and nothing wrong with it at all. The windows that open on sunny days are a great view! But, once you exit the ramp and go into the actual terminal area is well. kinda gross! The paint has been chipping for years, it’s dark, there are «less than desirable» folks lingering around, the bathrooms are only if you REALLY need one (yikes) and it lacks direction if it’s your first time visit. I will say that on this last visit (⁴⁄₂₀₁₄), there was some new painting going on. Hopefully my next visit will warrent an upgrade to 3 or 4 stars.
Don’t let this review stop you from taking the awesome trip to Bainbridge. Get off the ferry and hussle through the terminal to the downtown area. It’s worth the little walk! OR, just turn around and wait in line on the ramp to head back to Seattle. Don’t even enter the terminal building. ;)

I have somehow not taken many ferries in my life. Other than Marthas Vineyard or Nantucket I’m not sure there’s been another. And those were not with a car.
This process is super easy. Its well marked, on both sides. ON this side, the Bainbridge Island one, the people who work here and take your fare are super nice. They guide you onto the ferry smoothly. As a «newbie» I needed some extra guidance which they gave with a smile.
The views from the ferry both ways are terrific.
Having a car on the island is not needed, but it is nice.

For us tourist folk, its a very close walk to the picturesque area on Winslow Way.
The operation seems smooth, organized and on-​time from what I saw. And the round trip price of $ 7.50 from Seattle is great!

I ferry to Bainbridge at least once a year, so I’ve now been to this terminal at least 35 times (arriving and departing, both as a walk-​on and with our car). And, true, it’s not as modern or new as other transport hubs. But my family and I have never had a problem here, in all the times we’ve gone through this terminal.
The ferries come very regularly and have always been on time. The staff have always been helpful and friendly to us (but, for SURE there have been more rules and overhead recordings post-​9/​11, as there are in airports and bus stations. This is to be as expected. The overall experience of travel will never be as relaxed as they were, and this is to be expected). The rides themselves to and from Bainbridge are spectacular and usually very smooth (and windy! See my review of the actual ferry system for more details). Boarding and disembarking from this terminal has always been organized; we’ve never encountered any surprises. Yes, the walk-​on line is typically long, but it’s organized and we always board on time. And we’ve met some of the nicest folks while waiting in line!
I should note that the bathroom facilities at this terminal are always open and free and clean.
We also LOVE how this terminal is SO close to the «main drag» in Bainbridge (Winslow Way/​Madison area, with all the boutiques, and the side streets, with more shops and restaurants). Because of this, we often walk on the ferry, and then walk the few blocks to the «downtown» core. No need to bring a car. I love that!
I have brought many an out-​of-​town visitor to Bainbridge on this ferry, and without exception, they’ve all loved the whole experience (ferry rides, terminals, and visit to the Island).