How to get from Colwood to Qualicum by bus?

Colwood to Qualicum - Bus Schedule

The 51X bus from Colwood to Qualicum runs from 06:19 to 16:54, with departures every 10 min-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 3 hr 57 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Colwood to Qualicum by bus

To get from Colwood to Qualicum in Southwest British Columbia, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 51X bus from Colwood Exch (Island Hwy) Bay E station to Trans-Canada Hwy at Helmcken station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TOFINO BUS bus and finally take the VI CONNECTOR bus from Nanaimo - Bus Depot (Departure Bay) station to Qualicum Beach - Hwy 19a at Horne Lake Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 57 min. The bus schedule from Colwood may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Qualicum on the Moovit app.

237min
Walk to bus stationBus - 51X
51X
Bus - TOFINO BUSTOFINO BUS
Bus - VI CONNECTORVI CONNECTOR
Walk to Qualicum
Leaves from Colwood Exch (Island Hwy) Bay E

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Colwood Exch (Island Hwy) Bay E
    ID 101241
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 51X51X
    Wait for bus
    51X
    UVic - Mckenzie Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Trans-Canada Hwy at Helmcken
    ID 101055
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Helmcken at Hwy 1 S/B Ramp
    ID 101046
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - TOFINO BUSTOFINO BUS
    Wait for bus
    TOFINO BUS
    Victoria to Nanaimo
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nanaimo - Bus Depot (Departure Bay)
    120 min
  • 7
    Bus - VI CONNECTORVI CONNECTOR
    Wait for bus
    VI CONNECTOR
    Nanaimo to Campbell River
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Qualicum Beach - Hwy 19a at Horne Lake Road
    55 min
  • 9
    Walk to Qualicum
    Walk to
    Qualicum
    320 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Colwood to Qualicum

The distance between Colwood, Southwest British Columbia and Qualicum, Southwest British Columbia is approximately 177.97 km, which can typically be travelled in 237 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Colwood to Qualicum by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Southwest British Columbia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Colwood to Qualicum

To check the bus schedule from Colwood to Qualicum using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Colwood) and destination (Qualicum), 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Colwood to Qualicum?

    The fastest way takes 237 minutes, using Bus line 51X, Bus line TOFINO BUS, Bus line VI CONNECTOR.

  • Is there a direct bus between Colwood and Qualicum in Southwest British Columbia?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 57 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Colwood to Qualicum in Southwest British Columbia?

    The 51X bus line goes from Colwood Exch (Island Hwy) Bay E station near Colwood to Trans-Canada Hwy at Helmcken station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Trans-Canada Hwy at Helmcken station near Qualicum in Southwest British Columbia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Colwood to Qualicum in Southwest British Columbia by bus?

    The total travel time between Colwood and Qualicum in Southwest British Columbia by bus is about 3 hr 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Colwood to get to Qualicum in Southwest British Columbia?

    Get on the 51X bus from the Colwood Exch (Island Hwy) Bay E stop near Colwood in Southwest British Columbia.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Colwood and Qualicum in Southwest British Columbia?

    Get off the bus at the Trans-Canada Hwy at Helmcken stop, which is closest to Qualicum in Southwest British Columbia.

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