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Bus from Qualicum Beach to Nanaimo: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Qualicum Beach to Nanaimo. Traveling by bus from Qualicum Beach to Nanaimo usually takes around 48 minutes, but the fastest Tofino Bus bus can make the trip in 35 minutes.
| Distance | 26 mi (42 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $26.70 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Tofino Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Qualicum Beach to Nanaimo?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Qualicum Beach to Nanaimo. Tofino Bus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tofino Bus | 4 | 0h 48m | $26.82 |
Tofino Bus is an intercity bus company operating in Canada, with seasonal summer services to popular destinations on Vancouver Island. It offers excellent facilities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and WiFi, and is known for friendly and helpful drivers, providing a pleasant travel experience.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Qualicum Beach to Nanaimo
The bus takes an average of 48 minutes to cover the 42 kilometers from Qualicum Beach to Nanaimo. However, the fastest bus only takes 35 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Qualicum Beach to Nanaimo, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Qualicum Beach?
Main departure station: Country Air Childcare Ctr (Carry-On Luggage Only)
Qualicum Beach has two bus stations with service to Nanaimo.
All bus stations in Qualicum Beach:
Country Air Childcare Ctr (Carry-On Luggage Only)
Co-Op Gas Station (Carry-On Luggage Only)
Where does the bus arrive in Nanaimo?
Main arrival station: Woodgrove Centre Transit Exchange
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Nanaimo.
Bus stations in Nanaimo:
Woodgrove Centre Transit Exchange
Departure Bay - Ferries Terminal Bus Stop
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