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Bus from Nanaimo to Ladysmith: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Nanaimo to Ladysmith. Traveling by bus from Nanaimo to Ladysmith usually takes around 30 minutes, but the fastest Tofino Bus bus can make the trip in 25 minutes.
| Distance | 13 mi (21 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $18.62 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Tofino Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Nanaimo to Ladysmith?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Nanaimo to Ladysmith. Tofino Bus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tofino Bus | 2 | 0h 30m | $18.96 |
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 Nanaimo to Ladysmith
The bus takes an average of 30 minutes to cover the 13 miles from Nanaimo to Ladysmith. However, the fastest bus only takes 25 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 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Nanaimo to Ladysmith, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Nanaimo?
Main departure station: Port Place Mall (Carry-on Luggage Only)
Nanaimo has two bus stations with service to Ladysmith.
All bus stations in Nanaimo:
Port Place Mall (Carry-on Luggage Only)
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Where does the bus arrive in Ladysmith?
Main arrival station: 49th Parallel Grocery
All buses from Nanaimo arrive at one main station in Ladysmith.
All bus stations in Ladysmith:
49th Parallel Grocery
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