Haines to Skagway ferry?

[luckygirl59]

I'm looking at the fastferry web site and only see schedules posted through 9/8; we will be there the following week. I assume they post the schedules at some point in advance?:confused:

 

Is the fastferry the only/best way to go between Haines and Skagway? I do not especially want to book a shore excursion through HAL, but also would like to get to Skagway early enough to go explore in a car or arrange a tour on my own.

 

Thanks for your help. This will be my first time in Haines/Skagway. I considered the Whitepass Railroad, which looks great, but so much sitting with no chance to get out and explore!

[Budget Queen]

You need to verify and confirm the schedules directly with Fast Ferry. Later season, in the past, they have run their ferries less frequently. I ended up in Haines and extra couple hours once. :)

 

I suggest you also consider flying. I have done this as well, and allows for full days at the destination.