British Columbia, Canada
Ferries from Mill Bay
Mill Bay (British Columbia, Canada) has 2 ferry routes to 1 destination, operated by BC Ferries. You can sail from Mill Bay to Brentwood Bay. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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- Routes
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- Destinations
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- Operators
Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Mill Bay?
2 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from Mill Bay
9 scheduled sailings leaving Mill Bay, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:05 | 08:30 | Brentwood Bay | 25m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 09:15 | 09:40 | Brentwood Bay | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 10:25 | 10:50 | Brentwood Bay | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 11:35 | 12:00 | Brentwood Bay | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 13:50 | 14:15 | Brentwood Bay | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 15:00 | 15:25 | Brentwood Bay | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 16:10 | 16:35 | Brentwood Bay | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 17:20 | 17:45 | Brentwood Bay | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 18:30 | 18:55 | Brentwood Bay | 25m | BC Ferries | Daily |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Mill Bay connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Mill Bay?
- Region
- British Columbia
- Coordinates
- 48.614° N, 123.518° W
- Shortest crossing
- 25m
Plan your trip
The day at Mill Bay
First 08:05
Last 18:30
Busiest 08:00–09:00
9 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 08:05–18:30, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 9 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Mill Bay
The crew collects the fare on board, and they take cash only. No card, no app, no ticket machine. On a route that has been running for a hundred years, that is the detail most likely to ruin your crossing — and almost no ferry site mentions it.
The crossing
Mill Bay to Brentwood Bay takes about 25 minutes across the Saanich Inlet, with 9 sailings in our timetable and 18 across the terminal in both directions. Operated by BC Ferries.
⚠ What the small print actually says
- No reservations. Boarding is in order of arrival.
- Cash or travellers cheques only, collected by the crew.
- Check-in closes 5 minutes before departure for foot passengers, 3 minutes for vehicles.
- Vehicles must be 40 ft or under (buses 30 ft) and under 8,000 kg.
- No parking at the terminal.
The vessel, MV Klitsa, carries about 19 vehicles and 150 people. Nineteen cars against eighteen sailings is a genuinely small operation.
Why the crossing exists
The Saanich Inlet cuts a deep notch into southern Vancouver Island. Driving round it from Mill Bay to Brentwood Bay means going inland over the Malahat — a slower, higher and considerably longer route that closes in bad weather.
Twenty-five minutes of water replaces all of that, which is why the service has survived a century.
Where the terminal is
About a 10-minute drive south of Mill Bay village, not in it. The signage is small and the approach is residential; leave more time than the map suggests for a first visit.
What is on the far side
Brentwood Bay is on the Saanich Peninsula, minutes from Butchart Gardens and about half an hour from Victoria. For a visitor based in Victoria, this ferry is the scenic way into the Cowichan Valley.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Mill Bay?
From Mill Bay you can take a ferry to Brentwood Bay. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Mill Bay?
Ferries from Mill Bay are run by BC Ferries. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Mill Bay?
Mill Bay is served by 2 ferry routes connecting 1 port. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Mill Bay ferry port located?
Mill Bay is in British Columbia, Canada (around 48.614, -123.518). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Mill Bay ferry terminal?
Mill Bay 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 Mill Bay?
Popular crossings from Mill Bay include Brentwood Bay. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Mill Bay 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 Mill Bay?
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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