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

The cheapest way to get from Nanaimo to Saanich is to bus via Duncan which costs $6 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nanaimo to Saanich is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Nanaimo and Saanich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and arriving at Victoria, BC - Sandman Inn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Nanaimo to Saanich?

The distance between Nanaimo and Saanich is 114 km. The road distance is 108.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nanaimo to Saanich without a car is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $45.

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

The bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Victoria, BC - Sandman Inn takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Nanaimo to Saanich bus from?

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

Where does the Nanaimo to Saanich bus arrive?

Nanaimo to Saanich bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, arrive at Victoria, BC - Sandman Inn station.

Can I drive from Nanaimo to Saanich?

Yes, the driving distance between Nanaimo to Saanich is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Nanaimo to Saanich.

Where can I stay near Saanich?

There are 284+ hotels available in Saanich.

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There are 3 ways to get from Nanaimo to Saanich by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Victoria, BC - Sandman Innbus Nanaimo
1h 55m
$45
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 & Boleskine - Uptownbus 66
3h 10m
$6
Drive 108.3 km
1. Drive from Nanaimo to Saanichcar 108.3 km
1h 30m
$22–31

Nanaimo to Saanich by bus

21Weekly Buses

1h 55mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.7 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Island Link Bus operates a bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Victoria, BC - Sandman Inn 3 times a day. Tickets cost $45 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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