Ferry crossing
Duke Point (Nanaimo) to Vancouver (Tsawwassen)
BC Ferries runs 6 to 10 sailings a day from Duke Point (Nanaimo) to Vancouver (Tsawwassen), the first at 05:15 and the last at 22:45. The crossing takes about 2 hours, and an adult ticket is C$21.
Sailing times
Duke Point (Nanaimo) to Vancouver (Tsawwassen) timetable
As published by the operators. Times shift with the season and are suspended in heavy weather — confirm at the terminal before you travel.
From BC Ferries's published timetable, which runs until . The next one starts , and the page switches to it that day.
Sailing on
64 sailings a week in all. Pick a day to see only its sailings.
| Departs | Arrives | Runs on | Crossing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05:15 | 07:15 | Mon–Sat | 2h |
| 07:45 | 09:45 | Mon–Sat | 2h |
| 10:05 | 12:15 | Sun | 2h 10m |
| 10:15 | 12:15 | Mon–Sat | 2h |
| 12:45 | 14:45 | Daily | 2h |
| 14:00 | 16:00 | Mon–Fri, Sun | 2h |
| 15:15 | 17:15 | Daily | 2h |
| 17:45 | 19:45 | Daily | 2h |
| 19:00 | 21:00 | Mon–Fri, Sun | 2h |
| 20:15 | 22:15 | Mon–Fri, Sun | 2h |
| 22:45 | 00:45+1 the next day | Mon–Fri, Sun | 2h |
Published fares
What it costs
Every fare the operators publish on this crossing, for passengers and vehicles.
Passengers
| Class | Operator | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Child passenger 5-11 | BC Ferries | C$10.50 |
| Adult passenger 12+ | BC Ferries | C$21 |
Vehicles
| Class | Operator | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle | BC Ferries | C$44.50 |
| Standard vehicle up to 20ft | BC Ferries | C$89 |
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.
Common questions
How long is the ferry from Duke Point (Nanaimo) to Vancouver (Tsawwassen)?
Between 2 hours and 2 hours 10 minutes, depending on the sailing. The typical crossing on the timetable is 2 hours.
How many ferries a day go from Duke Point (Nanaimo) to Vancouver (Tsawwassen)?
Between 6 and 10 a day, depending on the day of the week. The most run on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The first boat leaves at 05:15 and the last at 22:45, local time.
Who runs the ferry from Duke Point (Nanaimo) to Vancouver (Tsawwassen)?
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 Duke Point (Nanaimo) to Vancouver (Tsawwassen)?
An adult ticket is C$21 (Adult passenger 12+). Taking a vehicle starts at C$44.50 (Motorcycle). Prices as the operator published them on 5 August 2026.
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Before you sail
Reading for this crossing
The rules and the practicalities the timetable cannot tell you.