Schedules, routes, fares, and booking tips for Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, Sunshine Coast, and Northern BC.
Schedules & Fares Change Seasonally
The information on this page is a general guide. Always confirm current schedules, fares, and availability directly on the BC Ferries website before you travel. Fares shown are approximate and subject to change. BC Ferries website before you travel. Fares shown are approximate and subject to change.
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Metro Vancouver to Victoria
West Vancouver to Nanaimo
Delta to South Nanaimo
West Vancouver to Sunshine Coast
Fares are approximate and vary by season. Confirm current fares on the BC Ferries website before booking.
| Passenger / Vehicle Type | Tsawwassen–Swartz Bay | Horseshoe Bay–Nanaimo |
|---|---|---|
| Walk-on passenger (adult) | $18.50 | $18.50 |
| Walk-on passenger (senior/child) | $9.25 | $9.25 |
| Vehicle under 20 ft | $65–$75 | $65–$75 |
| Vehicle 20–25 ft | $95–$115 | $95–$115 |
| Motorcycle | $30–$40 | $30–$40 |
| Bicycle | $3.00 | $3.00 |
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Reservations open 3 months ahead. Summer sailings on the Tsawwassen–Swartz Bay route fill up fast — book as soon as your dates are set.
BC Ferries recommends arriving at least 30 minutes before sailing. In summer, 45–60 minutes is safer. Late arrivals forfeit their reservation.
Fares are lower on weekdays and shoulder season (Oct–May). Monday–Thursday sailings are typically the least busy.
Vehicles over 25 ft (RVs, trailers, boats) must call BC Ferries directly to book — online booking has a size limit.
If you're heading to Victoria, consider taking transit to the terminal and walking on. Foot passengers board first and disembark first.
Sailings can be delayed or cancelled due to weather, mechanical issues, or high demand. Check the BC Ferries app or website before you leave.
Book your sailing directly on the BC Ferries website. Reservations open 3 months in advance — don't wait for summer.
