What is the cheapest way to get from Nanaimo to Esquimalt?

The cheapest way to get from Nanaimo to Esquimalt is to bus via Duncan which costs $9 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nanaimo to Esquimalt?

The fastest way to get from Nanaimo to Esquimalt is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Nanaimo and Esquimalt?

No, there is no direct bus from Nanaimo to Esquimalt. However, there are services departing from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and arriving at Esquimalt Rd at Fernhill Rd via Yates St at Douglas St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Nanaimo to Esquimalt?

The distance between Nanaimo and Esquimalt is 119 km. The road distance is 107.5 km.

How do I travel from Nanaimo to Esquimalt without a car?

The best way to get from Nanaimo to Esquimalt without a car is to bus which takes 2h 31m and costs $48.

How long does it take to get from Nanaimo to Esquimalt?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Nanaimo to Esquimalt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nanaimo to Esquimalt bus from?

Nanaimo to Esquimalt bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, depart from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal station.

Where does the Nanaimo to Esquimalt bus arrive?

Nanaimo to Esquimalt bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, arrive at Victoria, BC - Capital City Station.

Can I drive from Nanaimo to Esquimalt?

Yes, the driving distance between Nanaimo to Esquimalt is 107 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Nanaimo to Esquimalt.

Where can I stay near Esquimalt?

There are 315+ hotels available in Esquimalt.

Nanaimo to Esquimalt - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Nanaimo to Esquimalt by bus, car, plane, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Victoria, BC - Capital City Stationbus Nanaimo
2h 31m
$48
Bus via Duncan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bay D at Downtown Nanaimo Exch to Village Green Mallbus 70
2. Take the bus from Village Green Mall to Douglas & Viewbus 66
3h 38m
$9
Drive 107.5 km
1. Drive from Nanaimo to Esquimaltcar 107.5 km
1h 32m
$22–32
Fly, train
1. Fly from Nanaimo Harbour to Vancouver Harbourplane
2. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Victoria Harbourtrain
2h 25m

Nanaimo to Esquimalt by bus and foot

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2h 31mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Nanaimo, BC, Canada and Esquimalt, BC, Canada?

Island Link Bus operates a bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Victoria, BC - Capital City Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $45 and the journey takes 2h.

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