British Columbia, Canada
Ferries from Crofton
Crofton (British Columbia, Canada) has 2 ferry routes to 1 destination, operated by BC Ferries. You can sail from Crofton to Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay). Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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- Routes
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- Destinations
- 1
- Operators
Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Crofton?
2 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from Crofton
14 scheduled sailings leaving Crofton, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:30 | 06:55 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 07:40 | 08:05 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 08:55 | 09:20 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 10:10 | 10:35 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 11:25 | 11:50 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 12:55 | 13:20 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 14:20 | 14:45 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 15:35 | 16:00 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 16:50 | 17:15 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 18:05 | 18:30 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 19:55 | 20:20 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 21:00 | 21:25 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 22:00 | 22:25 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 23:00 | 23:25 | Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay) | 25m | BC Ferries | Fri |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Crofton connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Crofton?
- Region
- British Columbia
- Coordinates
- 48.866° N, 123.638° W
- Shortest crossing
- 25m
Plan your trip
The day at Crofton
First 05:20
Last 23:00
Busiest 07:00–08:00
19 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 05:20–23:00, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 38 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Crofton
Crofton is a mill town with a ferry to Salt Spring Island, and its 28 active sailings make it the workaday alternative to the two better-known Salt Spring crossings — the one islanders use rather than the one visitors find.
The crossing
Crofton to Vesuvius Bay takes about 25 minutes, with 14 sailings and 28 across the terminal in both directions. Operated by BC Ferries.
⚠ Salt Spring has three terminals; this reaches the quiet one
Vesuvius Bay is on the island's northwest shore. Fulford Harbour in the south connects to Swartz Bay near Victoria, and Long Harbour in the east connects to Tsawwassen.
They are twenty to thirty minutes apart across a hilly island. If your accommodation is near Ganges, Vesuvius is close; if it is near Fulford, this is the wrong boat.
Parking
Limited free parking nearby rather than at the terminal itself. It is a small town and the spaces are shared with everyone else using the waterfront.
Where this is
Crofton sits between Duncan and Chemainus on Vancouver Island's east coast, built around a pulp mill that still dominates the skyline. It is about ten minutes from the Trans-Canada Highway.
Chemainus, with its own ferries to Thetis and Penelakut, is a few minutes north — two terminals serving four different islands within a short drive of each other.
Season
Year round on a schedule shaped by commuting rather than tourism. Summer adds vehicles without adding sailings.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Crofton?
From Crofton you can take a ferry to Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay). Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Crofton?
Ferries from Crofton are run by BC Ferries. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Crofton?
Crofton is served by 2 ferry routes connecting 1 port. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Crofton ferry port located?
Crofton is in British Columbia, Canada (around 48.866, -123.638). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Crofton ferry terminal?
Crofton serves short local crossings — arriving 10–15 minutes before departure is usually enough for foot passengers. Confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
What are the most popular ferries from Crofton?
Popular crossings from Crofton include Salt Spring Island (Vesuvius Bay). Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Crofton carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel, and short local crossings are often passenger-only. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Crofton?
For peak season and any sailing with a vehicle, book as early as possible. Off-peak foot-passenger fares are usually more flexible. Always confirm the latest timetable before travelling.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated Sep 14, 2026.
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