Ferry & Marine Transit Radar
Real-time multi-provider marine transit radar. BC Ferries vehicle deck space, standby odds, Hullo fast catamarans, SeaBus, and DriveBC approach cameras.
Metro Vancouver Marine Transit Radar
Real-time vehicle deck capacities, Hullo fast catamarans, TransLink SeaBus, and DriveBC approach queues.
Waterfront ⇄ Lonsdale Quay
Frequent 10-minute headway crossing Burrard Inlet in 12 mins. Vessels in service: Burrard Otter II & Burrard Chinook.
Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay (Victoria)
Horseshoe Bay to Langdale (Sunshine Coast)
Tsawwassen to Duke Point (Nanaimo)
Horseshoe Bay to Bowen Island (Route 8)
Tsawwassen to Southern Gulf Islands
BC Ferries & Marine Transit: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to travel on BC Ferries without a vehicle reservation?
The best times for vehicle standby travel are sailings before 8:00 AM or after 8:00 PM on weekdays. Midday weekend sailings from Tsawwassen and Horseshoe Bay routinely reach 100% capacity.
How far in advance should I arrive for standby at Tsawwassen or Horseshoe Bay?
Arrive 45 to 60 minutes before scheduled departure on regular days, and at least 90 to 120 minutes during holiday weekends and summer peak periods.
What is the difference between BC Ferries and Hullo Fast Ferry?
BC Ferries transports both vehicles and walk-on passengers between mainland terminals and Vancouver Island. Hullo is a passenger-only high-speed catamaran running directly between Downtown Vancouver and Nanaimo in 70 minutes.
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