British Columbia, Canada
Ferries from Quadra Island (Heriot Bay)
Quadra Island (Heriot Bay) (British Columbia, Canada) has 2 ferry routes. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Quadra Island (Heriot Bay)?
2 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from Quadra Island (Heriot Bay)
7 scheduled sailings leaving Quadra Island (Heriot Bay), across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:05 | 09:50 | Cortes Island (Whaletown) | 45m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 11:05 | 11:50 | Cortes Island (Whaletown) | 45m | BC Ferries | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 11:20 | 12:05 | Cortes Island (Whaletown) | 45m | BC Ferries | Thu |
| 13:10 | 13:55 | Cortes Island (Whaletown) | 45m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 15:05 | 15:50 | Cortes Island (Whaletown) | 45m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 17:05 | 17:50 | Cortes Island (Whaletown) | 45m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 18:45 | 19:30 | Cortes Island (Whaletown) | 45m | BC Ferries | Daily |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Location
Where is Quadra Island (Heriot Bay)?
- Region
- British Columbia
- Coordinates
- 50.104° N, 125.211° W
- Shortest crossing
- 45m
About
About Quadra Island (Heriot Bay)
Heriot Bay is on the wrong side of Quadra Island for most traffic, and that is the point: it faces Cortes, not Vancouver Island. 14 active sailings against the fifty-eight at Quathiaski Cove on the other shore.
The crossing
Heriot Bay to Whaletown on Cortes Island takes about 45 minutes, with 7 sailings and 14 across the terminal in both directions. Operated by BC Ferries.
⚠ Two ferries and a twenty-minute drive
Reaching Cortes from Vancouver Island means Campbell River to Quathiaski Cove (10 minutes, 58 sailings), then about twenty minutes across Quadra by road, then this crossing (45 minutes, 14 sailings).
The second leg is a quarter the frequency of the first and four times the duration. Plan the day around this timetable, not the Campbell River one.
Parking
Limited free roadside parking nearby — no terminal lot. On a route with seven departures, a full roadside is a real possibility rather than a theoretical one.
Heriot Bay itself
A small settlement with a historic inn, a marina and a store, on Quadra's eastern shore. It is the departure point for kayaking into Desolation Sound and the Discovery Islands, which is most of the summer traffic.
Season
Year round on a thin schedule. July and August fill both the boat and the roadside; the shoulder seasons are when this crossing behaves like the quiet rural link it is.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Quadra Island (Heriot Bay)?
Quadra Island (Heriot Bay) serves 2 ferry routes — see the list below for destinations and crossing times.
How many ferry routes serve Quadra Island (Heriot Bay)?
Quadra Island (Heriot Bay) is served by 2 ferry routes. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Quadra Island (Heriot Bay) ferry port located?
Quadra Island (Heriot Bay) is in British Columbia, Canada (around 50.104, -125.211). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Quadra Island (Heriot Bay) ferry terminal?
Arrive at Quadra Island (Heriot Bay) well before departure — typically 30–60 minutes ahead for foot passengers and longer if you are travelling with a vehicle. Check local bus, train or taxi connections to the terminal and confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
Do ferries from Quadra Island (Heriot Bay) carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Quadra Island (Heriot 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 Aug 9, 2026.
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