The Melissa Ann, a boat normally used for Vashon passengers headed to and from downtown Seattle has been temporarily replaced by a substitute vessel due to a crack found in the hull.

The crossing time for this substitute vessel is about 8 minutes longer.

Although Metro is not adjusting their planned sailing schedule, it's clear that service will be running behind the usual schedule until the Melissa Ann returns to the route.

Here is what they expect to be the actual sailing times while the substitute vessel, Express, is in service.

Morning service

• Depart Vashon 6:10 a.m.
• Arrive Seattle 6:40 a.m.
• Depart Vashon 7:20 a.m.
• Arrive Seattle 7:50 a.m.
• Depart Vashon 8:35 a.m.
• Arrive Seattle 9:05 a.m.

Evening service

• Depart Seattle 4:30 p.m.
• Arrive Vashon 5:00 p.m.
• Depart Seattle 5:40 p.m.
• Arrive Vashon 6:10 p.m.
• Depart Seattle 6:50 p.m.
• Arrive Vashon 7:20 p.m.

The Rachel Marie is expected to be back in service by the end of this week, allowing the Melissa Ann to return to the Vashon route. Updates will be provided as information is available.

If you need to plan alternative transportation using Metro Transit, visit www.kingcounty.gov/metro or call Metro's Customer Information Office at 206-553-3000 for trip planning assistance.