What is the cheapest way to get from Nanaimo to French Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Nanaimo to French Creek is to line 1 bus and line 9 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nanaimo to French Creek?

The fastest way to get from Nanaimo to French Creek is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Nanaimo and French Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Nanaimo to French Creek. However, there are services departing from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and arriving at Island Hwy W at Lee Rd E via McVickers St at Island Hwy E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Nanaimo to French Creek?

The distance between Nanaimo and French Creek is 39 km. The road distance is 39.7 km.

How do I travel from Nanaimo to French Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Nanaimo to French Creek without a car is to bus and line 9 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs $38.

How long does it take to get from Nanaimo to French Creek?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Nanaimo to French Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nanaimo to French Creek bus from?

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

Where does the Nanaimo to French Creek bus arrive?

Nanaimo to French Creek bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, arrive at Parksville Shell, 370 E. Island H'way station.

Can I drive from Nanaimo to French Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Nanaimo to French Creek is 40 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Nanaimo to French Creek.

Where can I stay near French Creek?

There are 71+ hotels available in French Creek.

Nanaimo to French Creek - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 9 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Nanaimo to French Creek by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 9 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Parksville Shell, 370 E. Island H'waybus Nanaimo
2. Take the bus from McVickers St at Island Hwy E to Island Hwy W at Lee Rd Ebus 9
1h 24m
$38
Line 1 bus, line 9 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Front St at Church St to Bay B at Woodgrove Exchbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bay B at Woodgrove Exch to Island Hwy W at Lee Rd Ebus 9
1h 35m
$3
Drive 39.7 km
1. Drive from Nanaimo to French Creekcar 39.7 km
38 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nanaimo to French Creektaxi 39.7 km
38 min
$120–150

Nanaimo to French Creek by bus

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1h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 38.8 km
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Nanaimo, BC, Canada and French Creek, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Island Hwy W at Lee Rd E via Parksville Shell, 370 E. Island H'way and McVickers St at Island Hwy E in around 1h 24m.

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