Transport Mode: Ferry
- Companies: BC Ferries
- Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours (ferry crossing)
- Distance: About 87 km (54 miles) total via road and ferry
- Costs: Approximately 150 PLN for a standard vehicle and driver; additional passenger fare might apply (around 25 PLN per adult)
- Roads/Routes: Highway 97 to Highway 1 (Trans-Canada Highway) to Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal, then ferry to Nanaimo
Pro Tip: Book your ferry tickets in advance to secure a spot, especially during peak travel seasons, and consider taking an early ferry for less crowded conditions.
To travel from Oliver, BC to Nanaimo, BC, take Highway 97 south towards Penticton, then connect to Highway 1 at Hope. Drive to Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal, and after a scenic ferry ride provided by BC Ferries, you will arrive in Nanaimo. Prepare for beautiful ocean views during your ferry trip!