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When to visit
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 8 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bainbridge Island departs from Denver and takes around 2h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bainbridge Island. The train journey from Bainbridge Island to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bainbridge Island is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 8 miles 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 135 miles and will cost you around $42. From Portland, the ticket costs about $163 for a journey of 190 miles.

Plane

When flying to Bainbridge Island, you’ll arrive at Seattle Lake Union Spb (LKE), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bainbridge Island departs from Denver and takes around 2h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bainbridge Island. The train journey from Bainbridge Island to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bainbridge Island is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 8 miles 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 135 miles and will cost you around $42. From Portland, the ticket costs about $163 for a journey of 190 miles.

Airports near Bainbridge Island

PAEEverett Paine Field
LKESeattle Lake Union Spb
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Bainbridge Island

Lufthansa
Good (8,010 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,986 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,378 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,952 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,781 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,062 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,254 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,383 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 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)
$198+
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The Eagle Harbor Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 31 reviews)
$269+
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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 21% 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 21% 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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