How to get from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay by bus and ferry?

Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay - Bus Schedule

The 246 bus from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay runs from 00:23 to 23:26, with departures every 10 min-5 hr 55 min. The trip takes about 4 hr 17 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay by bus and ferry

To get from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay in Nanaimo, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one ferry line: take the 246 bus from Southbound Highland Blvd @ Handsworth Rd station to Southbound Lions Gate Bridge Onramp @ Marine Dr station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 250 bus and finally take the WEST VANCOUVER - NANAIMO (HORSESHOE BAY-DEPARTURE BAY) ferry from Horseshoe Bay (Vancouver) Ferry Terminal station to Departure Bay (Nanaimo) Ferry Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 17 min. The ride fare is CA$21.80. The bus and ferry schedule from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and ferry schedule to Departure Bay on the Moovit app.

257minCA$21.80
Walk to bus station
Bus - 246246
Bus - 250250
Ferry - WEST VANCOUVER - NANAIMO (HORSESHOE BAY-DEPARTURE BAY)
WEST VANCOUVER - NANAIMO (HORSESHOE BAY-DEPARTURE BAY)
Walk to Departure Bay
Leaves from Southbound Highland Blvd @ Handsworth Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southbound Highland Blvd @ Handsworth Rd
    ID 54534
    1.15 km • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 246246
    Wait for bus
    246
    Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Southbound Lions Gate Bridge Onramp @ Marine Dr
    ID 54471
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westbound Marine Dr @ Capilano River
    ID 54607
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 250250
    Wait for bus
    250
    Horseshoe Bay
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Keith Rd @ Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal
    ID 62079
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Horseshoe Bay (Vancouver) Ferry Terminal
    340 m • 5 min
  • 8
    Ferry - WEST VANCOUVER - NANAIMO (HORSESHOE BAY-DEPARTURE BAY)WEST VANCOUVER - NANAIMO (HORSESHOE BAY-DEPARTURE BAY)
    Wait for ferry
    WEST VANCOUVER - NANAIMO (HORSESHOE BAY-DEPARTURE BAY)
    Departure Bay (Nanaimo)
  • 9
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Departure Bay (Nanaimo) Ferry Terminal
    100 min
  • 10
    Walk to Departure Bay
    Walk to
    Departure Bay
    Lynburn Crescent
    3.31 km • 42 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 Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay

The distance between Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd, Nanaimo and Departure Bay, Nanaimo is approximately 84.39 km, which can typically be travelled in 257 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay by bus and ferry, so no matter how you choose to travel in Nanaimo – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Ferry schedule from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay

To check the bus and ferry schedule from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd) and destination (Departure Bay), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and ferry routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and ferry, 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 and ferry schedules.

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay?

    The fastest way takes 257 minutes, using Bus line 246, Bus line 250, Ferry line WEST VANCOUVER - NANAIMO (HORSESHOE BAY-DEPARTURE BAY).

  • Is there a direct bus between Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd and Departure Bay?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one ferry line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 17 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay?

    The 246 bus line goes from Southbound Highland Blvd @ Handsworth Rd station near Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd in North Vancouver to Southbound Lions Gate Bridge Onramp @ Marine Dr station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one ferry line till Southbound Lions Gate Bridge Onramp @ Marine Dr station near Departure Bay in Nanaimo.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay by bus and ferry?

    The total travel time between Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd in North Vancouver and Departure Bay in Nanaimo by bus and ferry is about 4 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to get to Departure Bay?

    Get on the 246 bus from the Southbound Highland Blvd @ Handsworth Rd stop near Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd in North Vancouver.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd and Departure Bay?

    Get off the bus at the Southbound Lions Gate Bridge Onramp @ Marine Dr station, which is closest to Departure Bay in Nanaimo.

  • How much is the total bus and ferry fare from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay?

    The ride from Northbound Capilano Rd @ Handsworth Rd to Departure Bay costs CA$21.80.

Popular Routes