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

The cheapest way to get from Victoria to Nanaimo is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Victoria to Nanaimo is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $22 - $35.

How far is it from Victoria to Nanaimo?

The distance between Victoria and Nanaimo is 113 km. The road distance is 111 km.

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

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

Where do I catch the Victoria to Nanaimo bus from?

Victoria to Nanaimo bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, depart from Victoria - Front door, Sandman Inn, Douglas & Gorge station.

Where does the Victoria to Nanaimo bus arrive?

Victoria to Nanaimo bus services, operated by Island Link Bus, arrive at Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger entrance, connects to 4:00pm HSB ferry station.

Can I drive from Victoria to Nanaimo?

Yes, the driving distance between Victoria to Nanaimo is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Victoria to Nanaimo.

Where can I stay near Nanaimo?

There are 101+ hotels available in Nanaimo.

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Victoria - Front door, Sandman Inn, Douglas & Gorge and arriving at Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger entrance, connects to 4:00pm HSB ferry. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

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

The bus from Victoria - Front door, Sandman Inn, Douglas & Gorge to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger entrance, connects to 4:00pm HSB ferry takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs five times a day.

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Victoria - Front door, Sandman Inn, Douglas & Gorge to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger entrance, connects to 4:00pm HSB ferrybus 1409-L / ...
1h 55m
$45
Drive 111 km
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1. Drive from Victoria to Nanaimocar 111 km
1h 33m
$23–33
Fly, train
1. Fly from Victoria Inner Harbour Apt Airport to Coal Harbour Spb Airportplane
2. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Nanaimo Harbourtrain
1h 50m

Victoria to Nanaimo by bus

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1h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.5 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Island Link Bus operates a bus from Victoria - Front door, Sandman Inn, Douglas & Gorge to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger entrance, connects to 4:00pm HSB ferry 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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