The Port of Everett and Port of South Whidbey are excited to announce updates to its Harbor Hopper passenger ferry pilot program aboard the chartered Hat Island Ferry.
Starting August 1st, a new midday roundtrip option will be available between Everett and Langley on the already-scheduled Saturdays, giving passengers greater flexibility when planning a trip to each waterfront destination.
The addition comes in response to overwhelming community feedback seeking an option for midday sailings.
The updated schedule also reflects a shift to earlier sailing times on Thursday evenings for the remainder of the trail period, which runs through the end of August 2026.
The Harbor Hopper schedule for August is as follows:
Thursdays: Aug. 6, 13, 20 & 27
- Departing Everett: 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
- Departing Langley: 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Saturdays: Aug. 1, 15 & 29 (NEW SAILING ADDED*)
- Departing Everett: 10 a.m., 1 p.m.*, and 6 p.m.
- Departing Langley: 11 a.m., 2 p.m.*, and 7 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased at www.portofeverett.com/HarborHopperTickets.
“You asked, we listened – and thanks to our port partnership and flexibility of the Hat Island Ferry crew, we are enhancing the Harbor Hopper schedule,” Port of Everett Chief of Business Development & Tourism Catherine Soper said.
“We have been blown away by the interest and enthusiasm behind this pilot program, and we are thankful to all who have given Harbor Hopper a try and who have shared their feedback. The intent of this trial is to gauge demand and explore how to make a program like this successful into the future.”
The Harbor Hopper, made possible in part by Community Connector sponsor Whidbey Telecom, provides a unique walk-on ferry service option between the two port cities aboard the chartered 45-passenger Hat Island Ferry. Service began on June 4, 2026.
“We’re grateful to the Port of Everett and the Hat Island Community for their partnership in bringing the Harbor Hopper to life,” Port of South Whidbey Executive Director Jim Pivarnik said.
“The purpose of this pilot was to try…listen… and adjust…many thanks to the amazing team. We’ve already seen a boon to visitation and hope these changes provide even more opportunity this summer.”
The Harbor Hopper, made possible in part by Community Connector sponsor Whidbey Telecom, provides a unique walk-on ferry service option between the two port cities aboard the chartered 45-passenger Hat Island Ferry. Service began on June 4, 2026.
Sailings depart Everett at the Port of Everett Marina Dock 1 (behind Anthony’s HomePort Everett) and depart at the main dock at South Whidbey Harbor at Langley. Fares range from $10 – $12 one-way or $16 – $20 roundtrip. Each trip lasts approximately 30–45 minutes.
Tickets are available at www.portofeverett.com/HarborHopperTickets.
July 27, 2026
Everett Government, Beyond Everett