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Like most large, coastal cities, Vancouver has a well-developed and frequently-used ferry system.
There are many ways to get around Vancouver on the water. Passenger ferries and water taxis operate in Burrard Inlet and False Creek seven days a week. It takes just 12 minutes by SeaBus to sail between the North Shore and downtown Vancouver. Private water taxi companies take even less time to hop between points along False Creek.
Passenger/vehicle ferries sail between Vancouver and many other coastal cities and towns every day. Ferry trips around BC are safe, comfortable and exceptionally scenic. Whales, seals, porpoises, sea lions and marine birds are common sights in BC waters. If you're driving to a ferry terminal during peak hours, be sure to give yourself some extra time to get through traffic. Avoid lengthy weekend and holiday line-ups by making an advance reservation.
Ferry Services
BC Ferries
BC Ferries is the primary provider of coastal ferry service in the province and one of the most sophisticated ferry transportation systems in the world. The company offers scheduled vehicle and passenger service from Vancouver to the Gulf Islands, the Sunshine Coast and Victoria and Nanaimo on Vancouver Island.
There are two BC Ferries terminals in Greater Vancouver. The Tsawwassen terminal is located approximately 45 minutes south of downtown Vancouver, at the end of Highway 17. It services regularly scheduled sailings to/from Victoria, Nanaimo and the Gulf Islands. The Horseshoe Bay terminal is located approximately 25 minutes northwest of downtown Vancouver, on Highway 1. It services regularly scheduled sailings to/from Nanaimo, Bowen Island and the Sunshine Coast.
> BC Ferries details
SeaBus
SeaBus is part of Vancouver's public transport system. It provides a passenger-only ferry service across Burrard Inlet, between Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver and Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver. Enjoy the view of the downtown skyline, cruise ship terminal and Stanley Park as you cross.
> Translink website
Aquabus / False Creek Ferries
Aquabus and False Creek Ferries are private, passenger-only water taxi services that operate on False Creek, between downtown and Granville Island as well as to several other points of interest.
> Aquabus website
> False Creek Ferries website
Albion Ferry
Albion Ferry is considered part of Vancouver's major road network. It provides free, passenger/vehicle ferry service across the Fraser River, between Maple Ridge and Fort Langley.
> Translink website
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