How far is it from Nanaimo to Valdes Island?

The distance between Nanaimo and Valdes Island is 27 km.

How do I travel from Nanaimo to Valdes Island without a car?

The best way to get from Nanaimo to Valdes Island without a car is to line 8 bus and travel which takes 39 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Nanaimo to Valdes Island?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Nanaimo to Valdes Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Valdes Island?

There are 58+ hotels available in Valdes Island.

Nanaimo to Valdes Island - 2 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Nanaimo to Valdes Island by bus, unknown, plane, or train

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Line 8 bus, travel
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1. Take the bus from Bruce Ave at 4th St to Gould Rd W at Yellow Point Rdbus 8
2. Walk from Gould Rd W at Yellow Point Rd to Valdes Islandunknown
39 min
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1. Fly from Nanaimo (ZNA) to Coal Harbour Spb (CXH)plane ZNA - CXH
2. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Nanaimo Harbourtrain
3. Walk from Nanaimo Harbour to Valdes Islandunknown
2h 7m

Nanaimo (ZNA) to Coal Harbour Spb (CXH) flights

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Distance: 26.7 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Nanaimo, BC, Canada and Valdes Island, BC, Canada?

There is no direct connection from Nanaimo to Valdes Island. However, you can take the line 8 bus to Gould Rd W at Yellow Point Rd then travel to Valdes Island. Alternatively, you can fly to Coal Harbour Spb (CXH), walk to Vancouver Harbour, take the train to Nanaimo Harbour, then travel to Valdes Island.

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