The Economic Times

Kitsap Fast Ferries carried 854,529 passengers in 2024, while fares covered 16% of operating costs in 2023; voters approved a sales tax to fund the service

Kitsap Fast Ferries has successfully increased passenger transport, carrying over 854,000 passengers in 2024. The local sales tax supports 84 percent of the operating costs instead of relying solely on ticket sales. More than half a million passengers used the Bremerton route, showcasing significant demand for faster service. The system's reliability was highlighted with high performance metrics in scheduled service.