What is the cheapest way to get from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal?

The fastest way to get from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Parksville and Swartz Bay ferry terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal. However, there are services departing from Jensen Ave E at McCarter St and arriving at Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal Bay A via Bay A at Woodgrove Exch, Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Douglas St at Kings Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal?

The distance between Parksville and Swartz Bay ferry terminal is 169 km. The road distance is 168.4 km.

How do I travel from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 45m and costs $280 - $330.

How long does it take to get from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal bus from?

Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, depart from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal station.

Where does the Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal bus arrive?

Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, arrive at Victoria, BC - Sandman Inn station.

Can I drive from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal.

Where can I stay near Swartz Bay ferry terminal?

There are 99+ hotels available in Swartz Bay ferry terminal.

Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal - 3 ways to travel via bus, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Parksville Shell, 370 E. Island H'way to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Mill Bay, BCbus
3. Take the taxi from Mill Bay, BC to Swartz Bay ferry terminaltaxi
3h 45m
$285–325
Drive 168.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminalcar 168.4 km
2h 20m
$34–49
Bus, line 72 bus
1. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Victoria, BC - Sandman Innbus Nanaimo
2. Take the bus from Douglas St at Kings Rd to Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal Bay Abus 72 / ...
5h 50m
$54

Parksville to Swartz Bay ferry terminal by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.7 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Parksville, BC, Canada and Swartz Bay ferry terminal, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Jensen Ave E at McCarter St to Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal Bay A via Bay D at Woodgrove Exch, Bay A at Woodgrove Exch, Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Victoria, BC - Sandman Inn, and Douglas St at Kings Rd in around 5h 50m.

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