What is the cheapest way to get from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni?

The cheapest way to get from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni?

The fastest way to get from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Cowichan Bay and Port Alberni?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni. However, there are services departing from Cowichan Bay Rd & Wessex and arriving at Port Alberni via Duncan, BC and Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni?

The distance between Cowichan Bay and Port Alberni is 140 km. The road distance is 139.8 km.

How do I travel from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni without a car?

The best way to get from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs $82.

How long does it take to get from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni bus from?

Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, depart from Duncan, BC station.

Where does the Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni bus arrive?

Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, arrive at Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal station.

Can I drive from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni.

Where can I stay near Port Alberni?

There are 20+ hotels available in Port Alberni.

Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Duncan, BC to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminalbus Victoria
2. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Port Albernibus Nanaimo
4h 25m
$81
Drive 139.8 km
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1. Drive from Cowichan Bay to Port Albernicar 139.8 km
1h 58m
$28–40
Bus via Nanaimo
1. Take the bus from Village Green Mall to Bay D at Downtown Nanaimo Exchbus 70
2. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Port Albernibus Nanaimo
5h 3m
$49

Cowichan Bay to Port Alberni by bus and foot

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4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.1 km
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Cowichan Bay, BC, Canada and Port Alberni, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Cowichan Bay Rd & Wessex to Port Alberni via Village Green Mall, Duncan, BC, and Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in around 4h 25m.

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