BC Ferries runs 6 to 8 sailings a day from Vancouver (Tsawwassen) to Duke Point (Nanaimo), the first at 05:15 and the last at 22:45. The crossing takes about 2 hours, and an adult ticket is C$21.
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$10.50
Adult passenger 12+
BC Ferries
C$21
Vehicles
Vehicles fares
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.
About this crossing
Of the three main car-ferry crossings between Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island, this one takes the longest. Tsawwassen lies at the end of Highway 17 in Delta, south of the Fraser; for drivers already on that side of the region, this route saves crossing the city to reach Horseshoe Bay. BC Ferries also points travellers here when Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay is fully booked. Duke Point itself is south of Nanaimo rather than in the city, which adds a short drive at the far end. The Vancouver to Victoria guide compares the three routes.
Common questions
How long is the ferry from Vancouver (Tsawwassen) to Duke Point (Nanaimo)?
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 Vancouver (Tsawwassen) to Duke Point (Nanaimo)?
Between 6 and 8 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 Vancouver (Tsawwassen) to Duke Point (Nanaimo)?
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 Vancouver (Tsawwassen) to Duke Point (Nanaimo)?
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.