Cruise one-way from Chelan to Stehekin on the Lady Express in 2.5 hours
2.5 Hours
One-way ticket, narration
Travel one way from Chelan to Stehekin aboard the Lady Express, with lake views and narration along the way. This faster boat makes the trip in about 2.5 hours with stops en route.
Pets must stay in a pet cage in the designated outer-deck pet area with the owner, and an additional fee applies. Overnight parking at the Chelan dock and parking at Fields Point Landing have additional charges—confirm amounts with Greetwell before booking.
Customers will receive a full refund with notice of cancellation 7 days prior to travel date.
In peak season (May to Oct 15), depart Chelan at 8:30am and Fields Point at about 9:15am. In the off-season (Oct 16 to April), depart Chelan at 9:30am and Fields Point at about 10:15am.
Arrive 15 to 30 minutes before departure to allow time for luggage and parking. Boarding starts about 30 minutes before departure from Chelan, and at Fields Point when the boats arrive. The boat departs promptly as scheduled.
Day parking is free at the Chelan dock, but overnight parking has a fee in a fenced lot across the highway. Fields Point Landing has charges for both day and overnight parking. Clarify current parking fees with Greetwell before you book.
1418 W. Woodin Ave, Chelan, WA
The ferry cruise to Stehekin along Lake Chelan is genuinely one of those experiences that earns its reputation. Turquoise and jade waters, snow-capped peaks, and the occasional mountain goat sighting make for a stunning backdrop, and the crew consistently gets high marks for being friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the region. Small touches like complimentary coffee, cocoa, and tea add a welcoming feel, and boarding is described as easy and stress-free. A few things worth knowing before you go: the boat is comfortable and functional rather than fancy, and most travelers seem perfectly happy with that tradeoff. If you can, opt for the longer layover in Stehekin since at least one visitor found 1.5 hours too short to fully enjoy the stop. Phone responsiveness has come up as an occasional frustration, so booking online may save you some hassle. Overall, this is a highly recommended outing for anyone visiting the Lake Chelan area.
Highly recommend taking this cruise (stay at least 3 hours in Stehekin, 1.5 wasn't enough but it was the only option that day)
Lisa Henry
May 9, 2026
Highly recommend taking this cruise (stay at least 3 hours in Stehekin, 1.5 wasn't enough but it was the only option that day)
Lisa Henry
May 9, 2026