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How to get there
Where to stay
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Bainbridge Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bainbridge Island

With a population of 23.025, Bainbridge Island is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bainbridge Island deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Bainbridge Island

Bainbridge Island in November
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bainbridge Island in November
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bainbridge Island

Plane

When flying to Bainbridge Island, you’ll arrive at Seattle Lake Union Spb (LKE), which is located 14 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bainbridge Island departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bainbridge Island. The train journey from Bainbridge Island to Vancouver takes 4h 25m and costs around $49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Eugene, expect to pay about $61 for a 6h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bainbridge Island is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 14 km from Bainbridge Island. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bainbridge Island, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Bainbridge Island takes 217 km and will cost you around $21. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $132 for a journey of 306 km.

Plane

When flying to Bainbridge Island, you’ll arrive at Seattle Lake Union Spb (LKE), which is located 14 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bainbridge Island departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bainbridge Island. The train journey from Bainbridge Island to Vancouver takes 4h 25m and costs around $49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Eugene, expect to pay about $61 for a 6h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bainbridge Island is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 14 km from Bainbridge Island. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bainbridge Island, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Bainbridge Island takes 217 km and will cost you around $21. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $132 for a journey of 306 km.

Airports near Bainbridge Island

BFISeattle King County/Boeing
PAEEverett Paine Field
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Bainbridge Island

Lufthansa
Good (7,988 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,513 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,969 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,356 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,942 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,214 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,772 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,017 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,326 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,435 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,352 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bainbridge Island

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn and Suites Bainbridge Island and The Eagle Harbor Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bainbridge Island

Most booked hotels in Bainbridge Island

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Marshall Suites Bainbridge Island, SureStay Collection by BW
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 641 reviews)
$199+
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The Eagle Harbor Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 31 reviews)
$274+
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Quality Inn and Suites Bainbridge Island
2 stars
Good (7.7, 343 reviews)
$117+
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The Inn At Pleasant Beach
3 stars
Excellent (10, 2 reviews)
$277+
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Renting a car in Bainbridge Island

Renting a car in Bainbridge Island costs $53 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Bainbridge Island.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Bainbridge Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31.

Renting a car in Bainbridge Island costs $53 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Bainbridge Island.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Bainbridge Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31.

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