What is the cheapest way to get from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan?

The cheapest way to get from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan is to bus and line 7 bus which costs $6 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan?

The fastest way to get from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Nanaimo and Lake Cowichan?

No, there is no direct bus from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan. However, there are services departing from Bay D at Downtown Nanaimo Exch and arriving at South Shore & King George via Cowichan Commons. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan?

The distance between Nanaimo and Lake Cowichan is 77 km. The road distance is 73.1 km.

How do I travel from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan without a car?

The best way to get from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan without a car is to bus and line 7 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan bus from?

Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan bus services, operated by BC Transit - Nanaimo, depart from Bay D at Downtown Nanaimo Exch station.

Where does the Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan bus arrive?

Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan bus services, operated by BC Transit - Nanaimo, arrive at Drinkwater Rd at Cowichan Commons station.

Can I drive from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan?

Yes, the driving distance between Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan is 73 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan.

Where can I stay near Lake Cowichan?

There are 12+ hotels available in Lake Cowichan.

Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan - 5 ways to travel via bus, line 7 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 7 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bay D at Downtown Nanaimo Exch to Drinkwater Rd at Cowichan Commonsbus 70
2. Take the bus from Cowichan Commons to South Shore & King Georgebus 7
2h 19m
$6
Drive 73.1 km
1. Drive from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichancar 73.1 km
57 min
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nanaimo to Lake Cowichantaxi 73.1 km
57 min
$220–270
Bus, line 7 bus via Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
1. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Duncan, BCbus Nanaimo
2. Take the bus from Canada Ave & Station - Train Stn to South Shore & King Georgebus 7
2h 38m
$40
Bus, line 7 bus #2
1. Take the bus from Bay D at Downtown Nanaimo Exch to Canada Ave at Station Stbus 70
2. Take the bus from Canada Ave & Station - Train Stn to South Shore & King Georgebus 7
2h 46m
$6

Nanaimo to Lake Cowichan by bus

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Distance: 76.8 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Nanaimo, BC, Canada and Lake Cowichan, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Bay D at Downtown Nanaimo Exch to South Shore & King George via Drinkwater Rd at Cowichan Commons and Cowichan Commons in around 2h 19m.

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