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Juneau → Haines

The Alaska Marine Highway’s run up Lynn Canal, the deepest, longest fjord in North America, from Juneau’s Auke Bay terminal to Haines, which connects the Inside Passage to the highway at Haines Junction.

⏱ 4h 30m – 4h 45m🚢 1 operator📅 About four sailings a week each way through autumn and winter 2026–27🚗 Vehicles accepted🐕 Pet friendly
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Juneau to Haines ferry at a glance

The ferry from Juneau to Haines takes 4h 30m – 4h 45m across the Lynn Canal, operated by Alaska Marine Highway System. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: about four sailings a week each way through autumn and winter 2026–27.

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: Haines to Juneau

Alaska Marine Highway System also sails Haines to Juneau, taking 4h 30m – 4h 45m. Southbound day boats leave Haines about 4:00pm and reach Auke Bay at 8:45pm.

Juneau to Haines ferry timetable & sailing pattern

18 sailings each way in October 2026 and 19 in January 2027, mostly on the day boat that leaves Auke Bay at 7:00am and continues to Skagway

LeConte covers the run in autumn 2026 and Hubbard in winter 2027, with weekly mainline calls by Columbia or Kennicott.

Published departure times

  • 7:00am (day boat from Auke Bay)

Return: Southbound day boats leave Haines about 4:00pm and reach Auke Bay at 8:45pm.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

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Source: Alaska Marine Highway System schedule grids (Sep 2026 – Mar 2027). Verified 2026-09-29.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Juneau and Haines

📐 68 Nautical Miles
Juneau⇄Haines
⏱ 4h 30m – 4h 45m · 📐 68 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Alaska Marine Highway System4h 30m – 4h 45mLeConte, Hubbard, Columbia, Kennicott

Route Features

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Vehicles

Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

Pets allowed with valid documents

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Distance

68 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Auke Bay terminal is on Glacier Highway, 13 miles from downtown Juneau; taxis serve the terminal
  • Haines terminal is on Lutak Road, 4 miles from town

Tips for the Juneau to Haines Crossing

  • Vehicles must check in 2 hours before departure at Juneau and Haines
  • Pets must stay on the car deck in a carrier or your vehicle; passengers cannot visit the car deck while under way
  • Haines hosts one of the world’s largest gatherings of bald eagles each autumn on the Chilkat River

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the ferry from Juneau to Haines?
The crossing typically takes 4h 30m – 4h 45m. Actual times vary by vessel, season and sea conditions, so check the timetable for your sailing.
How often does the Juneau to Haines ferry sail?
18 sailings each way in October 2026 and 19 in January 2027, mostly on the day boat that leaves Auke Bay at 7:00am and continues to Skagway. LeConte covers the run in autumn 2026 and Hubbard in winter 2027, with weekly mainline calls by Columbia or Kennicott. This is the pattern published in the Alaska Marine Highway System schedule grids (Sep 2026 – Mar 2027) (checked 2026-09-29); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Juneau to Haines?
Alaska Marine Highway System operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Juneau to Haines ferry?
Yes. Vehicles are carried on this route. Book vehicle space in advance for peak dates, and check the operator’s height, length and trailer limits for campervans and larger vehicles.
Can I take the Juneau to Haines ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Juneau to Haines ferry?
Pets are accepted on this route, subject to the operator’s rules (for example staying in the vehicle, kennels or pet-friendly cabins). International crossings also require the correct pet travel documents.
How far is Juneau from Haines by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 68 nautical miles (roughly 126 km).