How much does the BC ferry cost?

BC Ferries Connector Rates & Fares

Adult	BC Student
Vancouver Downtown - Victoria Downtown One - Way	$50.50	$37.00
Vancouver Downtown - Swartz Bay or Duke Point or Gulf Island via Tsawwassen One - Way	$32.50	$24.00
Vancouver Hotels - Victoria Downtown One - Way	$60.50	$47.00

Beside this, how much is ferry to Nanaimo?

For adult foot passengers, the price for the sailing between Nanaimo and Vancouver is $17.20 plus taxes and surcharge. Cars (not including driver & passengers) : $57.50. Payment: You can buy tickets either online thru BC ferries website or you can buy them at the ferry terminals.

One may also ask, how much is the ferry from Tsawwassen to Nanaimo? Vancouver – Nanaimo (Tsawwassen – Duke Point) Crossing time: 2hrs. Cost per passenger (one-way): Child aged 4 and under: Free. Child aged 5 to 11: $8.60.

Hereof, how do you pay for BC Ferries?

A: Yes, on most routes. In addition to cash, we accept VISA, MasterCard and American Express for on-the-spot payment of fares. These credit cards may also be used for advance reservations on our Discovery Coast Connector, Inside Passage, Haida Gwaii and Tsawwassen-Gulf Islands routes.

How early do you have to be at the ferry?

Arrive Early to Check In RECOMMENDED CHECK IN TIME for sailings is 90 – 120 minutes in advance of the sailing. Reservations not claimed 90 minutes before sailing time will be cancelled in order to accommodate stand-by traffic.

Do seniors travel free on BC Ferries?

Seniors. BC Seniors age 65 or greater travel free Monday through Thursday except holidays noted below on presentation of a BC Services Card, a BC Driver's License, a BC Identification Card, or a Birth Certificate. The BC Seniors discount applies only to the passenger fare.

Can you stay in your car on BC Ferries?

BC Ferries stresses that people can remain in vehicles on higher car decks or on ships where there is only one deck. As well, "Customers with special circumstances may make a request at the ticket booth to be placed on the upper vehicle deck. The change to regulations on remaining in cars begins Oct.

How much does it cost to walk on a ferry?

A ferry walk on passenger will pay $16.25. The ferry ride is 1.5 hours. At Swartz Bay, catch the BC Transit bus #70 Downtown/Airport bus. Cost is $2.50 and the ride is 1 hour.

How much do you save with a BC Ferries Experience card?

BC Ferries Experience Card. If you plan to do some island hopping make sure to get one of these cards. You save 30% as well other perks.

Are ferry tickets round trip?

Washington State Ferries. Passenger fares are generally round trip with the exception of the Port Townsend/Coupeville route and all international sailings to Sidney, British Columbia.

How long is the ferry from Nanaimo to Vancouver?

BC Ferries [11] operates car ferries to Nanaimo from Tsawwassen (South of Vancouver) to Duke Point south of Nanaimo, and from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay. These ferries run about every 2 hours. The ferry ride is approximately 1 hour 35 minutes long.

What time does BC Ferries terminal open?

Vancouver - Victoria (Tsawwassen-Swartz Bay)

7:00 am	Daily
8:00 am	Feb 15, Mar 14, 21? & 28 only
9:00 am	Daily
10:00 am	Mar 7 only
11:00 am	Daily

Can I buy ferry tickets online?

*Adult single and multi-ride fares are available for purchase online and at kiosks. Youth and senior or disabled tickets are not available online or at the kiosk due to required proof of eligibility.

Should I book BC Ferries in advance?

Standard Vehicle Reservations If you want to be sure you can travel on the sailing of your choice, we recommend customers make a booking in advance of travel. Your booking guarantees you a space on the confirmed sailing, however, it does not guarantee which deck your vehicle will be placed on.

At what wind speed are BC Ferries Cancelled?

All sailings out of Victoria are cancelled until 7 p.m., and BC Ferries is asking travelers to check its website for updates. A wind warning is issued when wind speeds reach 70 km/h or higher.

What is a senior on BC Ferries?

BC Ferries (Coastal Ferry Routes) B.C. seniors travel for half the regular ticket price from Monday through Thursday, except for holidays. (If you are driving, a vehicle fare will still apply). Present your B.C. Gold CareCard or BC Services Card at the terminal to receive your discount.

How much is the ferry to Victoria with a car?

Cost for adult passenger only: $17.20. Cost for Car & Driver: $74.70.

Do you need to reserve BC Ferries?

Vehicle reservations cost between $10 and $21, depending how far in advance the reservation is made, in addition to the cost of a ticket. Reservations close two-and-a-half hours before a vessel departs and are only redeemable between 60 and 30 minutes before the sailing time.

Does BC Ferries serve alcohol?

BC Ferries says it will begin serving alcohol onboard its Victoria-Vancouver sailings this October. Passengers will soon be able to order beer and wine during some BC Ferries sailings, the service provider said. The plan to serve alcohol on board was previously announced, but was supposed to start in June.

Can you drive Vancouver Island?

There aren't a lot of roads to choose from on Vancouver Island, if you don't own a four-wheel drive. Dusty, bumpy logging roads dominate much of the Island, which stretches 460 kilometers (290 miles) in length and is located off Canada's West Coast, with some of the most rugged and beautiful scenery in the country.

How do I get from Victoria BC to Seattle?

Victoria to Seattle Ferry The Victoria Clipper ferry ride connects Vancouver Island with the United States. The Victoria Clipper ferry ride to Seattle takes 2 hours and 45 minutes, traveling direct between Belleville Terminal in downtown Victoria, BC's Inner Harbor and Pier 69 in downtown Seattle.

Can you pay with debit at BC Ferries?

VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C. – While debit card payments are accepted at self-serve kiosks and on their vessels, they won't be accepted at BC Ferries' ticket booths anytime soon. Prior to the pilot project, onboard purchases and tickets were only available via credit cards or cash.