British Columbia, Canada
Ferries from Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)
Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) (British Columbia, Canada) has 2 ferry routes to 1 destination, operated by BC Ferries. You can sail from Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) to Chemainus. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)?
2 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)
19 scheduled sailings leaving Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour), across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:45 | 06:35 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Daily |
| 07:40 | 08:10 | Chemainus | 30m | BC Ferries | Fri |
| 07:45 | 08:15 | Chemainus | 30m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
| 08:55 | 09:25 | Chemainus | 30m | BC Ferries | Fri |
| 09:00 | 09:50 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
| 10:35 | 11:15 | Chemainus | 40m | BC Ferries | Fri |
| 10:40 | 11:30 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
| 13:25 | 14:15 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Fri |
| 13:30 | 14:00 | Chemainus | 30m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
| 15:10 | 16:00 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
| 15:20 | 16:10 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Fri |
| 17:10 | 17:40 | Chemainus | 30m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
| 17:20 | 17:50 | Chemainus | 30m | BC Ferries | Fri |
| 18:30 | 19:20 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
| 18:40 | 19:30 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Fri |
| 20:05 | 20:55 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
| 20:15 | 21:05 | Chemainus | 50m | BC Ferries | Fri |
| 22:35 | 23:05 | Chemainus | 30m | BC Ferries | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
| 22:45 | 23:15 | Chemainus | 30m | BC Ferries | Fri |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)?
- Region
- British Columbia
- Coordinates
- 48.980° N, 123.679° W
- Shortest crossing
- 30m
Plan your trip
The day at Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)
First 05:45
Last 22:45
Busiest 07:00–08:00
11 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 05:45–22:45, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 19 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)
No parking. Thetis Island's terminal at Preedy Harbour has none at all, which for an island where most visitors arrive by vehicle is less of a problem than it sounds — and a serious one if you planned to walk on and leave the car here.
The crossing
Preedy Harbour to Chemainus takes about 30 minutes, with 19 sailings in our timetable and 39 across the terminal in both directions. Operated by BC Ferries.
⚠ The boat also serves Penelakut
One vessel works Chemainus, Preedy Harbour and Telegraph Harbour on Penelakut Island in rotation. A departure from Chemainus is going to one island or the other, not both in the order you would like.
The published calling sequence matters more here than the clock. Getting it wrong means an extra thirty minutes and a second crossing.
Parking on both sides
Preedy Harbour has none. Chemainus across the water has 12 free spaces with a 48-hour limit. Between them, this crossing offers almost nowhere to leave a vehicle — which is unusual even by Gulf Islands standards.
The island
Small, quiet, largely residential, with two marinas and no commercial centre to speak of. There is a pub, a store and a great deal of shoreline; there is no bank, no fuel station worth relying on, and limited accommodation.
Come prepared or come for the day.
Season
Year round on a schedule built for residents. Summer adds visitors but not sailings, so the vehicle deck is the binding constraint in July and August.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)?
From Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) you can take a ferry to Chemainus. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)?
Ferries from Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) are run by BC Ferries. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)?
Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) is served by 2 ferry routes connecting 1 port. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) ferry port located?
Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) is in British Columbia, Canada (around 48.980, -123.679). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) ferry terminal?
Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) 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 Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)?
Popular crossings from Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) include Chemainus. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour) 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 Thetis Island (Preedy Harbour)?
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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