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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Saanich to Port Alberni. Traveling by bus from Saanich to Port Alberni usually takes around 4 hours and 5 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 85 mi (136 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $59.11 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Tofino Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Saanich to Port Alberni?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Saanich to Port Alberni. Tofino Bus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tofino Bus | 1 | 4h 5m | $59.41 |
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
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 136 kilometers from Saanich to Port Alberni. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Saanich to Port Alberni. It leaves the station in Saanich at 8:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Saanich?
Main departure station: Uptown Mall Transit Stop (Carry-on Luggage Only)
Most buses depart from the main station in Saanich.
All bus stations in Saanich:
Uptown Mall Transit Stop (Carry-on Luggage Only)
Where does the bus arrive in Port Alberni?
Main arrival station: 7 Eleven Store
All buses from Saanich arrive at one main station in Port Alberni.
Bus stations in Port Alberni:
7 Eleven Store
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