Canada
Hullo - Nanaimo Ferry Terminal to Hullo - Vancouver Ferry Terminal Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Hullo - Nanaimo Ferry Terminal
British Columbia
Arrives
Hullo - Vancouver Ferry Terminal
British Columbia
Hullo FerriesAt a glance
The Hullo - Nanaimo Ferry Terminal to Hullo - Vancouver Ferry Terminal ferry takes about 1h 15m–1h 20m, with 30 listed sailings between 07:00 and 22:00. It is operated by Hullo Ferries. Fares start from CA$19.99.
- First sailing
- 07:00
- Last sailing
- 22:00
- Sailings listed
- 30
- Crossing
- from 1h 15m
Hullo - Nanaimo Ferry Terminal to Hullo - Vancouver Ferry Terminal ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 | 08:20 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Daily |
| 07:05 | 08:20 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 07:15 | 08:35 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Daily |
| 08:00 | 09:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 09:00 | 10:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 09:30 | 10:45 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 10:00 | 11:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Sat |
| 10:30 | 11:45 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Tue, Sat, Sun |
| 11:00 | 12:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Daily |
| 11:30 | 12:50 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Daily |
| 12:00 | 13:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 13:00 | 14:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 13:30 | 14:45 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 14:00 | 15:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 14:30 | 15:45 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Tue, Sat, Sun |
| 15:00 | 16:20 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Sun |
| 15:15 | 16:30 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Daily |
| 15:30 | 16:50 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Daily |
| 16:00 | 17:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Daily |
| 16:30 | 17:45 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Mon–Fri |
| 17:00 | 18:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 17:30 | 18:45 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 18:00 | 19:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 18:30 | 19:45 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Weekends |
| 19:00 | 20:20 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Sun |
| 19:15 | 20:35 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Thu |
| 19:30 | 20:50 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 19:30 | 20:50 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 20:00 | 21:15 | 1h 15m | Hullo Ferries | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 22:00 | 23:20 | 1h 20m | Hullo Ferries | Sat |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Hullo - Nanaimo Ferry Terminal – Hullo - Vancouver Ferry Terminal crossing
Seventeen departures are timetabled on the passenger-only route from Nanaimo to Vancouver, but they do not all run every day — a typical day sees three to six sailings depending on the day of the week. Hullo Ferries is the sole operator on this city-centre to city-centre crossing.
Nanaimo to Vancouver ferry schedule
The first sailing leaves Nanaimo at 07:00 and the last at 19:15. Two departures — 07:00 and 07:15 — run seven days a week, as do 11:00, 11:30, 15:15 and 15:30. The rest are day-specific: 09:30, 13:30 and 17:30 skip Tuesday and Wednesday, 14:00 runs Friday and Saturday, 10:30, 14:30 and 18:30 are weekend-only, 16:30 runs Tuesday and Thursday, and the 19:15 sails on Thursdays alone.
Every crossing is scheduled at 1 hour 20 minutes over roughly 33 nautical miles of the Strait of Georgia. This is a foot-passenger service — no vehicles are carried, so there is no car queue at either end.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- Assigned seating with free Wi-Fi and USB charging
- Published seat map
- Lounge at Mahony's Tavern
- 345 parking spaces and a shuttle at Nanaimo
Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.
Getting to & from the ports
Frequently asked questions
How long does the crossing take?
1 hour 20 minutes.
When is the first ferry of the day?
07:00 from Nanaimo, seven days a week.
How many times a day does it sail?
Between three and six, depending on the day. Seventeen departure times are timetabled in total.
Can I take a car?
No — Hullo is a foot-passenger service.
Do I need a passport for this ferry?
No, it is a domestic crossing within Canada.
Which operator provides this service?
Hullo Ferries.
How much does a ticket cost?
Fares start from around CA$19.99. Prices vary by operator, season, cabin and whether you take a vehicle.
What's the fastest crossing option?
The quickest option takes about 1h 15m. Crossing time depends on the operator and vessel — compare sailings from Hullo Ferries above.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 1h 15m and several sailings a day (first 07:00, last 22:00), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.
Does the ferry run all year?
Sailings run daily, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.
Can I take a pet on this ferry?
Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with Hullo Ferries, so declare your pet when booking.
What's the luggage allowance?
Foot passengers can normally bring their own luggage aboard at no extra charge, with racks or a luggage area near the entrance, and there is usually no airline-style weight limit. Oversized or excess items may carry a fee, so check with the operator if you are travelling with bulky baggage.
Timetable valid Jan 24, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated September 6, 2026.
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Fares from
CA$19.99
Lowest published one-way fare. Final price varies by operator, date and vehicle.
Ports on this route
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