BC Ferries runs 26 to 29 sailings a day from Campbell River to Quadra Island (Quathiaski Cove), the first at 06:30 and the last at 23:30. The crossing takes about 10 minutes, and an adult return is C$10.55.
Every fare the operators publish on this crossing, for passengers and vehicles.
Passengers
Passengers fares
Class
Operator
Fare
Child passenger 5-11
BC Ferries
C$5.30
Adult passenger 12+
BC Ferries
C$10.55
Vehicles
Vehicles fares
Class
Operator
Fare
Motorcycle
BC Ferries
C$12.40
Standard vehicle up to 20ft
BC Ferries
C$24.75
Fares on this crossing are returns, paid at Campbell River: one ticket covers the trip there and back. Fares as published by the operators, in CAD, last checked . Fares move with the season and, on the busiest routes, with the sailing — check the operator's price for your day before you travel.
About this crossing
A courtesy lane at the downtown Campbell River terminal gives Cortes Island drivers a head start. Offered first come, first served, it puts them off the boat ahead of other traffic at Quathiaski Cove, leaving time to cross Quadra to Heriot Bay for the Cortes ferry. Everyone else simply queues in order of arrival. BC Transit and several taxi firms serve the terminal; there is no parking.
Common questions
How long is the ferry from Campbell River to Quadra Island (Quathiaski Cove)?
About 10 minutes on the published timetable.
How many ferries a day go from Campbell River to Quadra Island (Quathiaski Cove)?
Between 26 and 29 a day, depending on the day of the week. The most run on Friday. The first boat leaves at 06:30 and the last at 23:30, local time.
Who runs the ferry from Campbell River to Quadra Island (Quathiaski Cove)?
BC Ferries runs this crossing. Tickets are sold by the operator; this site lists the timetable and does not sell them.
How much is the ferry from Campbell River to Quadra Island (Quathiaski Cove)?
An adult return is C$10.55 (Adult passenger 12+). Taking a vehicle starts at C$12.40 (Motorcycle). Fares on this crossing are returns, paid at Campbell River: one ticket covers the trip there and back. Prices as the operator published them on 5 August 2026.