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Bowen Island to Nanaimo

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bowen Island to Nanaimo

Composite routes from Bowen Island to Nanaimo

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Other

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Vancouver Airport to Nanaimo
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$277.94–$758.01

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Vancouver Airport to Nanaimo
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$88.43–$694.85

Harbour Air Seaplanes

Website:
harbourair.com/
Plane from Coal Harbour Spb to Nanaimo
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.17–$189.50
Plane from Vancouver Airport to Nanaimo
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.80–$138.97

Helijet International

Website:
helijet.com/
Plane from Coal Harbour Spb to Nanaimo
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$8.84–$214.77

Bus operators

TransLink CA

Phone:
+1 604-953-3333
Website:
translink.ca
Bus from Keith Rd @ Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal to Eastbound
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.55

Other operators

BC Ferries

Phone:
1-888-223-3779
Website:
bcferries.com
Other from Bowen Island to Horseshoe
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.52–$10.74
Other from Horseshoe Bay, BC to Nanaimo
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.42–$113.70

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bowen Island to Nanaimo?

The cheapest way to get from Bowen Island to Nanaimo is to ferry and line 257 bus and fly which costs $70.65 - $81.52 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bowen Island to Nanaimo?

The fastest way to get from Bowen Island to Nanaimo is to ferry and line 257 bus and fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $70.65 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct ferry between Bowen Island and Nanaimo?

No, there is no direct ferry from Bowen Island to Nanaimo. However, there are services departing from Bowen Island and arriving at Nanaimo Departure Bay via Horseshoe Bay, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Bowen Island to Nanaimo?

The distance between Bowen Island and Nanaimo is 63 km.

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

The best way to get from Bowen Island to Nanaimo without a car is to ferry and car ferry which takes 3h and costs $15.22 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Bowen Island to Nanaimo, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Nanaimo?

There are 82+ hotels available in Nanaimo. Prices start at $40.42 per night.
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