What is the cheapest way to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy?

The cheapest way to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 4h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy?

The fastest way to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Nanaimo and Port Hardy?

No, there is no direct bus from Nanaimo to Port Hardy. However, there are services departing from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and arriving at Port Hardy, BC - Pier Slide Landing via Campbell River, BC - 401, 11th Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Nanaimo to Port Hardy?

The distance between Nanaimo and Port Hardy is 397 km. The road distance is 386.3 km.

How do I travel from Nanaimo to Port Hardy without a car?

The best way to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $112.

How long does it take to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nanaimo to Port Hardy bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Nanaimo to Port Hardy?

The best way to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $112. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $260 - $550 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Nanaimo to Port Hardy bus arrive?

Nanaimo to Port Hardy bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, arrive at Campbell River, BC - 11th Ave at Cedar St station.

Can I drive from Nanaimo to Port Hardy?

Yes, the driving distance between Nanaimo to Port Hardy is 386 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Nanaimo to Port Hardy.

Where can I stay near Port Hardy?

There are 10+ hotels available in Port Hardy.

Nanaimo to Port Hardy - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Campbell River, BC - 11th Ave at Cedar Stbus Nanaimo
2. Take the bus from Campbell River, BC - 401, 11th Ave to Port Hardy, BC - Pier Slide Landingbus Campbell River
6h 15m
$111
Drive 386.3 km
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1. Drive from Nanaimo to Port Hardycar 386.3 km
4h 32m
$78–112
Fly from Nanaimo
1. Fly from Nanaimo (ZNA) to Port Hardy Airport (YZT)plane ZNA - YZT
4h 49m
$261–528
Bus to Victoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Victoria, BC - Sandman Innbus
2. Fly from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Port Hardy Airport (YZT)plane YYJ - YZT
9h 17m
$480–600

Nanaimo to Port Hardy by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 15mAverage Duration

$111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 396.8 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Nanaimo, BC, Canada and Port Hardy, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Port Hardy, BC - Pier Slide Landing via Campbell River, BC - 11th Ave at Cedar St and Campbell River, BC - 401, 11th Ave in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, Harbour Air Seaplanes and Pacific Coastal Airlines fly from Nanaimo (ZNA) to Port Hardy Airport (YZT) 3 times a day.

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