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

The cheapest way to get from Ucluelet to Nanaimo is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ucluelet to Nanaimo is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $53.

How far is it from Ucluelet to Nanaimo?

The distance between Ucluelet and Nanaimo is 177 km. The road distance is 178.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ucluelet to Nanaimo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $53.

Where do I catch the Ucluelet to Nanaimo bus from?

Ucluelet to Nanaimo bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, depart from Ucluelet - Bus stop at 1645 Cedar Road station.

Where does the Ucluelet to Nanaimo bus arrive?

Ucluelet to Nanaimo bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, arrive at Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger Entrance station.

Can I drive from Ucluelet to Nanaimo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ucluelet to Nanaimo is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Ucluelet to Nanaimo.

Where can I stay near Nanaimo?

There are 101+ hotels available in Nanaimo.

Ucluelet to Nanaimo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ucluelet and Nanaimo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ucluelet - Bus stop at 1645 Cedar Road and arriving at Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger Entrance. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Q: How long does it take to get from Ucluelet to Nanaimo?

The bus from Ucluelet - Bus stop at 1645 Cedar Road to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger Entrance takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs once daily.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ucluelet to Nanaimo by bus, car, plane, or train

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1. Take the bus from Ucluelet - Bus stop at 1645 Cedar Road to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger Entrancebus 1611-L
2h 25m
$53
Drive 178.7 km
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1. Drive from Ucluelet to Nanaimocar 178.7 km
2h 38m
$37–53
Fly, train
1. Fly from Ucluelet Harbour to Vancouver Harbourplane
2. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Nanaimo Harbourtrain
2h 10m

Ucluelet to Nanaimo by bus

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.5 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Island Link Bus operates a bus from Ucluelet - Bus stop at 1645 Cedar Road to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger Entrance once daily. Tickets cost $53 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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