USA (Alaska)
Homer → Kodiak
The overnight Tustumena run across the mouth of Cook Inlet from the end of the Homer Spit to Kodiak, the largest island in Alaska and the second largest in the United States.
Homer to Kodiak ferry at a glance
The ferry from Homer to Kodiak takes 9h – 10h 15m across the Cook Inlet & Shelikof Strait, operated by Alaska Marine Highway System. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: three sailings a week in October–November 2026; about three every two weeks in January 2027.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.
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Return crossing: Kodiak to Homer
Alaska Marine Highway System also sails Kodiak to Homer, taking 9h – 10h 15m. Kodiak → Homer sailings take about 9h 45m nonstop.
Homer to Kodiak ferry timetable & sailing pattern
13 Homer → Kodiak sailings in October and November 2026 and six in January 2027, leaving Homer in the evening (8:45pm or 9:45pm)
Some sailings call at Port Lions and Ouzinkie, taking about 14 hours.
Published departure times
- 8:45pm
- 9:45pm
Return: Kodiak → Homer sailings take about 9h 45m nonstop.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Alaska Marine Highway System timetable →Check prices & book on Alaska Marine Highway System →Source: Alaska Marine Highway System schedule grids (Sep 2026 – Mar 2027). Verified 2026-09-29.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Homer and Kodiak
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Marine Highway System | 9h – 10h 15m | Tustumena |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
Pets allowed with valid documents
Distance
136 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Homer terminal is at the end of the Homer Spit (4690 Homer Spit Road), 6 miles from town; Anchorage is about four hours’ drive
- Kodiak’s main terminal is in the visitor centre building at 100 Marine Way, centrally located in town
Tips for the Homer to Kodiak Crossing
- Vehicles check in 2 hours before departure at Homer and Kodiak
- Pets must stay on the car deck in a carrier or your vehicle; passengers cannot visit the car deck while under way