What is the cheapest way to get from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay?

The fastest way to get from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Port Alberni and Buckley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay. However, there are services departing from Port Alberni and arriving at Buckley Bay Rd via Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay?

The distance between Port Alberni and Buckley Bay is 163 km. The road distance is 79.7 km.

How do I travel from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs $83.

How long does it take to get from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Alberni to Buckley Bay bus from?

Port Alberni to Buckley Bay bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, depart from Port Alberni station.

Where does the Port Alberni to Buckley Bay bus arrive?

Port Alberni to Buckley Bay bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, arrive at Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal station.

Can I drive from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Alberni to Buckley Bay is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay.

Where can I stay near Buckley Bay?

There are 28+ hotels available in Buckley Bay.

Port Alberni to Buckley Bay - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Alberni to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal to Buckley Bay Rdbus Nanaimo
3h 25m
$82
Drive 79.7 km
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1. Drive from Port Alberni to Buckley Baycar 79.7 km
1h 1m
$16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Alberni to Buckley Baytaxi 79.7 km
1h 1m
$200–250

Port Alberni to Buckley Bay by bus

10Weekly Buses

3h 25mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.4 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Port Alberni, BC, Canada and Buckley Bay, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Port Alberni to Buckley Bay Rd via Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in around 3h 25m.

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