There is frequent ferry service from the mainland to Victoria or Nanaimo. An alternate route is to head north from Vancouver on highway #101 and take the Powell River ferry to Comox. Daily bus service offers quick and affordable transport from Vancouver and throughout the Island.
Can you take a ferry from Vancouver to Comox?
No there is no ferry to Comox from Vancouver. You could easily fly there. Your other ferry option will be to rent at YVR then drive through downtown Vancouver and over to Horseshoe Bay where you’ll take a ferry from Horseshoe bay to Nanaimo.
What ferry do I take to get to Courtenay BC?
By Ferry
- Tsawwassen (Vancouver) to Swartz Bay (Victoria)
- Tsawwassen to Duke Point (Nanaimo)
- Horseshoe Bay (Vancouver) to Departure Bay (Nanaimo)
- Powell River to Comox.
- Prince Rupert to Port Hardy.
How long is the boat ride from Vancouver to Vancouver Island?
90 to 120 minutes
The crossing between Vancouver Island and the Mainland typically takes 90 to 120 minutes. Trips between Gulf Islands and the Sunshine Coast are are around 30 minutes.
Where does the Vancouver ferry go?
- BC Ferries is the ferry service that links the Lower Mainland with Victoria and Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, as well as with various Gulf Islands.
- There are two BC Ferries terminals in the Lower Mainland – one at Tsawwassen and the other at Horseshoe Bay.
How do I get from Vancouver to Comox?
There is frequent ferry service from the mainland to Victoria or Nanaimo. An alternate route is to head north from Vancouver on highway #101 and take the Powell River ferry to Comox. Daily bus service offers quick and affordable transport from Vancouver and throughout the Island.
Is BC Ferry free for seniors?
B.C. seniors 65 or older, possessing either a BC Gold Carecard or a valid BC Services Card, receive a 100% discount on passenger fares Monday to Thursday, excluding statutory holidays on all routes, except the northern routes.
Is Courtenay BC worth visiting?
Courtney is a quaint city that is packed with character and charm. With plenty of waterfalls, lakes, beaches, and riverside hikes in the Courtenay area, this is an adventurer’s paradise. Besides getting outside to explore nature, there are also several shops, eateries, and galleries worth checking out.
Can you ride a BC ferry without a car?
You can travel on our ferries with a vehicle or as a foot passenger. Learn which types of vehicles you can travel with and how to check in at our terminals.
Where does the CAT ferry go?
The high-speed CAT ferry travels between Bar Harbor, Maine and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia in just 3.5 hours. RVs, pickups, SUVs, cars, tour buses, motorcycles, and bicycles are welcome aboard The CAT—as well as walk on passengers and four-legged friends.
How much is a seaplane from Vancouver to Vancouver Island?
Scheduled Flight Fares
| ROUTE | Premium Fare | Standard Call-In Fare |
|---|---|---|
| VANCOUVER HARBOUR ↔ NANAIMO | $169.00 | $139.00 |
| RICHMOND (YVR) ↔ NANAIMO | $155.00 | $127.00 |
| SALT SPRING ISLAND ↔ RICHMOND (YVR) | $157.00 | $129.00 |
| PENDER ISLAND ↔ RICHMOND (YVR) | n/a | $159.00 |
Can you do a day trip to Vancouver Island from Vancouver?
Victoria is on Vancouver Island, 107 kilometres (76 miles) southwest of Vancouver. The trip by car and ferry, or bus and ferry, takes approximately 4 hours each way from downtown Vancouver. Alternatively, the trip is a 35 minute flight. Below are options for getting to Victoria.
How do I get from Vancouver to Vancouver Island?
BC Ferries is the main connection between Vancouver Island and the mainland as well as the surrounding Gulf Island communities. Leave Vancouver from Horseshoe Bay or Tsawwassen to arrive in Victoria or Nanaimo, or enjoy a one-day scenic cruise through the Inside Passage between Prince Rupert and Port Hardy.
What is the closest point between Vancouver Island and the mainland?
The shortest possible distance across the Strait of Georgia is 19.1 kilometres. Setting out from the very tip of the Tsawwassen ferry terminal, that’s how far it takes until you hit the first rocks of Galiano Island.
Where does the ferry stop on Vancouver Island?
BC Ferry Service
The Tsawwassen ferry terminal has service to Victoria (Swartz Bay terminal) and to Nanaimo (Duke Point terminal) on Vancouver Island.
Why is there no bridge between Vancouver and Vancouver Island?
A floating bridge to Vancouver Island would require large gravity and plow-type anchors with anchor cables over 1.2 km long. This extreme length of anchor cable, coupled with the deep soft soil on the ocean bed, poses major problems. As with submerged-floating tunnels, safety is a concern.
Are there grizzly bears in the Comox Valley?
However, some have not yet made the crossing – the Island has no mountain goats, bighorn sheep, moose, foxes, coyotes, porcupines, chipmunks, skunks or resident grizzly bears. Happily, poisonous snakes, poison ivy, and poison oak are also absent from the Comox Valley.
What is Comox known for?
The installation of an air force base near the village during the Second World War brought new prosperity to the area, and in recent years, Comox has become a popular tourist attraction for its good fishing; local wildlife; year-round golf; and proximity to the Mount Washington ski area, the Forbidden Plateau, and
How long is the ferry ride from Vancouver to Campbell River?
approx. 2 hours
Flying time from Vancouver to Campbell River is approx 45 minutes. Other ways include the combination of either car and ferry or bus and ferry. Ferry crossing time from Vancouver to Vancouver Island is approx. 2 hours.
What age is senior discount in BC?
65+
All public transportation system in British Columbia offer a discount to seniors 65+. Translink offers Concession Fare to seniors 65+ with valid ID. BC Transit offers $45* monthly passes (vs regular $85 for adults) to seniors 65+.
Do Vancouver Island residents get a discount on the ferry?
BC Residents
Discount is on the bus fare only; fees, taxes, ferry fares, and add-on items such as Bicycles or Surfboards are not discounted. Passengers who select a discounted BC Resident fare type must show the correct ID to the driver during check-in.