How to get from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens by bus?

North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens - Bus Schedule

The 5 bus from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens runs from 09:18 to 18:31, with departures every 1 hr 10 min-2 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 2 hr, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens by bus

To get from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens in Central Saanich, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 5 bus from Hwy 1 & Boys Rd station to Village Green Mall station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 66 bus and finally take the 75 bus from Saanich Rd at Oak St - Uptown station to Butchart Gardens station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The bus schedule from North Cowichan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Butchart Gardens on the Moovit app.

120min
Bus - 5
5
Bus - 66
66
Bus - 75
75
Walk to Butchart Gardens
Leaves from Hwy 1 & Boys Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    North Cowichan
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Eagle Heights
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Village Green Mall
    ID 104033
    2 min
  • 4
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Cvx - to Victoria
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Douglas at Boleskine - Uptown/Saanich
    ID 100551
    61 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saanich Rd at Oak St - Uptown
    ID 100564
    170 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7575
    Wait for bus
    75
    Saanichton Exch Only
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Butchart Gardens
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Butchart Gardens
    Walk to
    Butchart Gardens
    420 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Southwest British Columbia.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens

The distance between North Cowichan, Central Saanich and Butchart Gardens, Central Saanich is approximately 78.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 120 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Central Saanich – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens

To check the bus schedule from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (North Cowichan) and destination (Butchart Gardens), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens?

    The fastest way takes 120 minutes, using Bus line 5, Bus line 66, Bus line 75.

  • Is there a direct bus between North Cowichan and Butchart Gardens?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 120 min.

  • Which bus line goes from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens?

    The 5 bus line goes from Village Green Mall station near North Cowichan in Southwest British Columbia to Douglas at Boleskine - Uptown/Saanich station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Douglas at Boleskine - Uptown/Saanich station near Butchart Gardens in Central Saanich.

  • How long does it take to travel from North Cowichan to Butchart Gardens by bus?

    The total travel time between North Cowichan in Southwest British Columbia and Butchart Gardens in Central Saanich by bus is about 120 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near North Cowichan to get to Butchart Gardens?

    Get on the 5 bus from the Village Green Mall stop near North Cowichan in Southwest British Columbia.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between North Cowichan and Butchart Gardens?

    Get off the bus at the Douglas at Boleskine - Uptown/Saanich stop, which is closest to Butchart Gardens in Central Saanich.

Popular Routes