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How to get from North Cowichan to Nanaimo B by bus and ferry?

From North Cowichan to Nanaimo B by bus and ferry

To get from North Cowichan to Nanaimo B in Southwest British Columbia, take the 70 bus from Village Green Mall Duncan station to Downtown Nanaimo Exchange station. Next, take the NANAIMO HARBOUR - GABRIOLA ISLAND (VANCOUVER ISLAND - DESCANSO BAY) ferry from Nanaimo Harbour Ferry Terminal station to Gabriola Island Ferry Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min.

140min
Walk to bus stationBus - 70
70
Ferry - NANAIMO HARBOUR - GABRIOLA ISLAND (VANCOUVER ISLAND - DESCANSO BAY)
NANAIMO HARBOUR - GABRIOLA ISLAND (VANCOUVER ISLAND - DESCANSO BAY)
Leaves from Village Green Mall Duncan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Village Green Mall Duncan
    ID 104033
    670 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Ncx to Nanaimo
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Downtown Nanaimo Exchange
    ID DTNE
    70 min
  • 4
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Nanaimo Harbour Ferry Terminal
    400 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Ferry - NANAIMO HARBOUR - GABRIOLA ISLAND (VANCOUVER ISLAND - DESCANSO BAY)NANAIMO HARBOUR - GABRIOLA ISLAND (VANCOUVER ISLAND - DESCANSO BAY)
    Wait for ferry
    NANAIMO HARBOUR - GABRIOLA ISLAND (VANCOUVER ISLAND - DESCANSO BAY)
    Gabriola Island (Descanso Bay)
  • 6
    Ride to ferry station Gabriola Island Ferry Terminal
    Ride to ferry station
    Gabriola Island Ferry Terminal
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from North Cowichan to Nanaimo B

The distance between North Cowichan, Southwest British Columbia and Nanaimo B, Southwest British Columbia is approximately 61.41 km, which can typically be travelled in 140 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Cowichan to Nanaimo B by bus and ferry, so no matter how you choose to travel in Southwest British Columbia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to North Cowichan

North Cowichan is located at North Cowichan, Southwest British Columbia and the nearest public transit station is Hwy 1 & Boys Rd.

Bus stations close to North Cowichan:

  • Hwy 1 & Boys Rd
  • Boys Rd 2880 Block
  • Koksilah & Allenby

Public transit stations close to Nanaimo B, Southwest British Columbia

Nanaimo B is located at Nanaimo B, Southwest British Columbia and the nearest public transit station is Gabriola Island Ferry Terminal.

Ferry stations close to Nanaimo B:

  • Gabriola Island Ferry Terminal
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from North Cowichan to Nanaimo B?

    The fastest way takes 140 minutes, using Bus line 70, Bus line NANAIMO HARBOUR - GABRIOLA ISLAND (VANCOUVER ISLAND - DESCANSO BAY).

  • Is there a direct bus between North Cowichan and Nanaimo B in Southwest British Columbia?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one ferry line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from North Cowichan to Nanaimo B in Southwest British Columbia?

    The 70 bus line goes from Village Green Mall Duncan station near North Cowichan to Ncx to Nanaimo station. From there you’ll have to take one ferry line till Ncx to Nanaimo station near Nanaimo B in Southwest British Columbia

  • How long does it take to travel from North Cowichan to Nanaimo B in Southwest British Columbia by bus and ferry?

    The total travel time between North Cowichan and Nanaimo B in Southwest British Columbia by bus and ferry is about 2 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near North Cowichan to get to Nanaimo B in Southwest British Columbia?

    Get on the 70 bus from the Village Green Mall Duncan stop near North Cowichan in Southwest British Columbia.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between North Cowichan and Nanaimo B in Southwest British Columbia?

    Get off the bus at the Ncx to Nanaimo station, which is closest to Nanaimo B in Southwest British Columbia.

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