Vancouver to Victoria ferry
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Journey Information
There is usually just one ferry option from Vancouver to Victoria per day. The average ferry journey from Vancouver to Victoria takes 3 hours and 30 minutes, though some ferries might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 60 mi (97 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 30m |
Cheapest price | €79.12 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | V2V Vacations |
Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Vancouver to Victoria?
There is one ferry company that operates from Vancouver to Victoria. V2V Vacations is the only company to provide ferry transportation at the moment. It only operates one ferry trip per day, which really narrows down the options.
Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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V2V Vacations | 1 | 3h 30m | €79.12 |
Book V2V Vacations from Vancouver to Victoria from €79. Typically there is one V2V Vacations schedule per day from Vancouver to Victoria and you can expect on average to pay for a V2V Vacations ticket to Victoria. In Vancouver, V2V Vacations departs to Victoria from Pan Pacific Hotel . In Victoria, V2V Vacations arrives at Victoria Clipper Ferry, Inner Harbour .
An average trip on V2V Vacations from Vancouver to Victoria takes 3 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, V2V Vacations offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Victoria.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 60 miles (97 kilometers) from Vancouver to Victoria. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Vancouver to Victoria is on Wednesday. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Wednesday is the way to go.
There is usually only one ferry per day from Vancouver to Victoria. Therefore, the 08:00 ferry is both the earliest and latest ferry.
City Information
Vancouver
Vancouver is a trendy diverse city in British Columbia, known for its eclectic shopping, fresh seafood, and unique scenic setting between snow-capped mountains and urban beaches. Vancouver is sometimes called "Hollywood North" due to the amount of movies and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a movie set as you're walking around town!
If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighborhood to explore. Biking around the gorgeous Stanley Park in downtown Vancouver is rivaled only by hiking and skiing on nearby Grouse Mountain, which offers stunning views of the city on clear days.
Vancouver International Airport is conveniently close to downtown, and also one of the biggest gateways for international travel on the West Coast of North America. From Vancouver, it's easy to travel into the U.S. to Seattle by bus or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.
Victoria
Victoria is the capital of British Columbia and undoubtedly one of Canada's treasures. Walking through the iconic Inner Harbour is an excellent introduction to the city and gives tourists a chance to glimpse the British Columbia Parliament Buildings. In addition to these impressive buildings, Craigdarroch Castle showcases the British-influenced architecture with a heavy dose of opulence.
Enjoy some of the best weather in Canada while experiencing Victoria’s wide-ranging and first-rate outdoor activities. These include tranquil walks through the world-renowned Butchart Gardens, breathtaking bike rides along the Galloping Goose Trail, and ventures into the open ocean on whale watching tours.
Stemming from its history under British rule, Victoria maintains a rich tea culture that finds expression in the many cafes and tearooms around the city. If you can get a reservation, steep yourself (and your teabag) in the ultimate afternoon tea experience at the exclusive Empress Hotel.
Despite its island geography, Victoria is well served by a wide range of transport links that connect the city to major national and international locations. Extensive bus routes and rail networks provide accessible transit across Vancouver Island. In addition, the Victoria International Airport and ferry services running to Vancouver and Seattle connect Victoria to the Canadian and U.S. mainland.
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Vancouver?
Main departure station: Pan Pacific Hotel
Most ferries depart from the main station in Vancouver.
All ferry stations in Vancouver:
Pan Pacific Hotel
Where does the ferry arrive in Victoria?
Main arrival station: Victoria Clipper Ferry, Inner Harbour
All ferries from Vancouver arrive at one main station in Victoria.
Ferry stations in Victoria:
Victoria Clipper Ferry, Inner Harbour
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