To and Fro: moving your bike around British Columbia
My bike and I are in
and we’d like to be in
.
We show what transit connections accept bikes. Check with the operator for prices, schedules, and reservations.
Same place twice. You’re already there, so enjoy the ride.
Good news: buses, ferries, trains, rental cars and flights can carry you and your bike from Enderby to Quadra Island.
For scale
As the crow flies435 km
Biking whole way727 km ยท 44 h 56 m
By car721 km ยท 9 h 12 m
We found 14 ways to get you there, ferries doing the heavy lifting.
๐ Riding a coach? Most BC coach operators want your bike bagged or boxed. Our field note walks through packing it, including an inexpensive packable bike bag we like: How to bike-and-bus in BC ›
Note: Most carriers carry only a handful of bikes, and summer weekends fill up fast. Reserve where you can. Where you can't, go early or have a backup plan.
Option one · six legs
A one-way rental fills in the missing piece.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)Enderby โKamloops109 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ KamloopsKamloops โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)301 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โWaterfront (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Vancouver Canada Place to CXH (Vancouver), about 0.8 km. If pedalling it doesn't appeal, Black Top Cabs, Maclure'S Cabs might help.
โด๏ธHulloHullo (Nanaimo โ Vancouver)CXH (Vancouver) โHullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way)61 kmBook online ahead โ 6 bike spots per sailing, 1 per guest$19.99 one way โ $25 in personNo e-bikes โ no trailers, 80 in / 50 lb max
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Hullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.5 km. If pedalling it doesn't appeal, A.C. Taxi, Yellow Cab Nanaimo might help.
๐BudgetOne-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimoor National Car & Truck Rental (One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimo) (counter a short ride away on the 20/20A Hammond Bay / Dover)Downtown Nanaimo โCampbell River134 kmOne-way between BC Budget branches โ bookable onlineBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Campbell River to Campbell River, about 0.3 km. If pedalling it doesn't appeal, Bee-Line Taxi might help.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option two · six legs
The same idea as Option one, on different routes.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)or Ebus (Kelowna/Salmon Arm โ Golden)Enderby โKelowna (Orchard Park Mall)80 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ KelownaKelowna (Orchard Park Mall) โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)331 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โWaterfront (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Vancouver Canada Place to CXH (Vancouver), about 0.8 km.
โด๏ธHulloHullo (Nanaimo โ Vancouver)CXH (Vancouver) โHullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way)61 kmBook online ahead โ 6 bike spots per sailing, 1 per guest$19.99 one way โ $25 in personNo e-bikes โ no trailers, 80 in / 50 lb max
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Hullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.5 km.
๐BudgetOne-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimoor National Car & Truck Rental (One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimo) (counter a short ride away on the 20/20A Hammond Bay / Dover)Downtown Nanaimo โCampbell River134 kmOne-way between BC Budget branches โ bookable onlineBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Campbell River to Campbell River, about 0.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option three · six legs
Another way: the same idea as Option one, on different routes.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)Enderby โSorrento43 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1)or Rider Express (Vancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1))Sorrento โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)369 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
Runs the same Highway 1 corridor as Rider Express, so compare schedules and fares.
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โWaterfront (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Vancouver Canada Place to CXH (Vancouver), about 0.8 km.
โด๏ธHulloHullo (Nanaimo โ Vancouver)CXH (Vancouver) โHullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way)61 kmBook online ahead โ 6 bike spots per sailing, 1 per guest$19.99 one way โ $25 in personNo e-bikes โ no trailers, 80 in / 50 lb max
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Hullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.5 km.
๐BudgetOne-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimoor National Car & Truck Rental (One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimo) (counter a short ride away on the 20/20A Hammond Bay / Dover)Downtown Nanaimo โCampbell River134 kmOne-way between BC Budget branches โ bookable onlineBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Campbell River to Campbell River, about 0.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option four · six legs
Another way: the same idea as Option one, on different routes.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKelowna/Salmon Arm โ GoldenEnderby โHudson Ave NE & 6 St NE (Salmon Arm)19 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1)or Rider Express (Vancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1))Hudson Ave NE & 6 St NE (Salmon Arm) โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)393 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
Runs the same Highway 1 corridor as Rider Express, so compare schedules and fares.
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โWaterfront (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Vancouver Canada Place to CXH (Vancouver), about 0.8 km.
โด๏ธHulloHullo (Nanaimo โ Vancouver)CXH (Vancouver) โHullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way)61 kmBook online ahead โ 6 bike spots per sailing, 1 per guest$19.99 one way โ $25 in personNo e-bikes โ no trailers, 80 in / 50 lb max
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Hullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.5 km.
๐BudgetOne-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimoor National Car & Truck Rental (One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimo) (counter a short ride away on the 20/20A Hammond Bay / Dover)Downtown Nanaimo โCampbell River134 kmOne-way between BC Budget branches โ bookable onlineBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Campbell River to Campbell River, about 0.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
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Option five · seven legs
Grab a window seat, the scenery's included.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)Enderby โKamloops109 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ KamloopsKamloops โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)301 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐TransLink257 Horseshoe Bay ExpressStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver) โHorseshoe Bay17 kmRack on the bus, free2 bikes โ first come, first servedE-bikes OK
โด๏ธBC FerriesHorseshoe Bay โ Departure BayHorseshoe Bay โDeparture Bay (Nanaimo)53 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Departure Bay (Nanaimo) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.3 km.
๐National Car & Truck Rental (Vancouver Island)One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimoor Budget (One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimo) (counter a short ride away on the 20/20A Hammond Bay / Dover)Downtown Nanaimo โYBL (Campbell River)127 kmOne-way between Island branches โ no drop chargeBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from YBL (Campbell River) to Campbell River, about 8.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option six · seven legs
The same idea as Option five, on different routes.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)or Ebus (Kelowna/Salmon Arm โ Golden)Enderby โKelowna (Orchard Park Mall)80 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ KelownaKelowna (Orchard Park Mall) โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)331 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐TransLink257 Horseshoe Bay ExpressStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver) โHorseshoe Bay17 kmRack on the bus, free2 bikes โ first come, first servedE-bikes OK
โด๏ธBC FerriesHorseshoe Bay โ Departure BayHorseshoe Bay โDeparture Bay (Nanaimo)53 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Departure Bay (Nanaimo) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.3 km.
๐National Car & Truck Rental (Vancouver Island)One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimoor Budget (One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimo) (counter a short ride away on the 20/20A Hammond Bay / Dover)Downtown Nanaimo โYBL (Campbell River)127 kmOne-way between Island branches โ no drop chargeBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from YBL (Campbell River) to Campbell River, about 8.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option seven · seven legs
Another way: the same idea as Option five, on different routes.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)Enderby โSorrento43 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1)or Rider Express (Vancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1))Sorrento โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)369 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
Runs the same Highway 1 corridor as Rider Express, so compare schedules and fares.
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐TransLink257 Horseshoe Bay ExpressStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver) โHorseshoe Bay17 kmRack on the bus, free2 bikes โ first come, first servedE-bikes OK
โด๏ธBC FerriesHorseshoe Bay โ Departure BayHorseshoe Bay โDeparture Bay (Nanaimo)53 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Departure Bay (Nanaimo) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.3 km.
๐National Car & Truck Rental (Vancouver Island)One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimoor Budget (One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimo) (counter a short ride away on the 20/20A Hammond Bay / Dover)Downtown Nanaimo โYBL (Campbell River)127 kmOne-way between Island branches โ no drop chargeBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from YBL (Campbell River) to Campbell River, about 8.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option eight · seven legs
Another way: the same idea as Option five, on different routes.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKelowna/Salmon Arm โ GoldenEnderby โHudson Ave NE & 6 St NE (Salmon Arm)19 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1)or Rider Express (Vancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1))Hudson Ave NE & 6 St NE (Salmon Arm) โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)393 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
Runs the same Highway 1 corridor as Rider Express, so compare schedules and fares.
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐TransLink257 Horseshoe Bay ExpressStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver) โHorseshoe Bay17 kmRack on the bus, free2 bikes โ first come, first servedE-bikes OK
โด๏ธBC FerriesHorseshoe Bay โ Departure BayHorseshoe Bay โDeparture Bay (Nanaimo)53 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Departure Bay (Nanaimo) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.3 km.
๐National Car & Truck Rental (Vancouver Island)One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimoor Budget (One-way rental: Campbell River โ Nanaimo) (counter a short ride away on the 20/20A Hammond Bay / Dover)Downtown Nanaimo โYBL (Campbell River)127 kmOne-way between Island branches โ no drop chargeBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from YBL (Campbell River) to Campbell River, about 8.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option 9 · seven legs
A little bit of everything.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)Enderby โChase60 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1)Chase โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)352 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
Runs the same Highway 1 corridor as Rider Express, so compare schedules and fares.
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โWaterfront (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Vancouver Canada Place to CXH (Vancouver), about 0.8 km.
โด๏ธHulloHullo (Nanaimo โ Vancouver)CXH (Vancouver) โHullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way)61 kmBook online ahead โ 6 bike spots per sailing, 1 per guest$19.99 one way โ $25 in personNo e-bikes โ no trailers, 80 in / 50 lb max
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Hullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way) to Downtown Nanaimo Exchange, about 1 km.
๐BC Transit20/20A Hammond Bay / DoverDowntown Nanaimo Exchange โDeparture Bay (Nanaimo)3.3 kmFront rack, no fee โ 2 bikes, first come; space not guaranteedE-bikes under 25 kg only โ lithium battery off the bike and carried on board
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Departure Bay (Nanaimo) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.3 km.
๐National Car & Truck Rental (Vancouver Island)One-way rental: Campbell River โ NanaimoDowntown Nanaimo โYBL (Campbell River)127 kmOne-way between Island branches โ no drop chargeBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from YBL (Campbell River) to Campbell River, about 8.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option 10 · eight legs
Nothing direct, but it strings together.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)Enderby โChase60 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1)Chase โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)352 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
Runs the same Highway 1 corridor as Rider Express, so compare schedules and fares.
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐TransLink257 Horseshoe Bay ExpressStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver) โHorseshoe Bay17 kmRack on the bus, free2 bikes โ first come, first servedE-bikes OK
โด๏ธBC FerriesHorseshoe Bay โ Departure BayHorseshoe Bay โDeparture Bay (Nanaimo)53 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐BC Transit20/20A Hammond Bay / DoverDeparture Bay (Nanaimo) โDowntown Nanaimo Exchange3.3 kmFront rack, no fee โ 2 bikes, first come; space not guaranteedE-bikes under 25 kg only โ lithium battery off the bike and carried on board
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Downtown Nanaimo Exchange to Downtown Nanaimo, about 0.6 km.
๐BudgetOne-way rental: Campbell River โ NanaimoDowntown Nanaimo โCampbell River134 kmOne-way between BC Budget branches โ bookable onlineBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Campbell River to Campbell River, about 0.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option 11 · eight legs
The same idea as Option ten, on different routes.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)or Ebus (Kelowna/Salmon Arm โ Golden)Enderby โKelowna (Orchard Park Mall)80 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ KelownaKelowna (Orchard Park Mall) โSurrey (Guildford Rec Centre)307 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Surrey (Guildford Rec Centre) to Surrey Central, about 3.4 km. If pedalling it doesn't appeal, Aldergrove-Langley Taxi Ltd., Green Cab might help.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkSurrey Central โStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐TransLink257 Horseshoe Bay ExpressStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver) โHorseshoe Bay17 kmRack on the bus, free2 bikes โ first come, first servedE-bikes OK
โด๏ธBC FerriesHorseshoe Bay โ Departure BayHorseshoe Bay โDeparture Bay (Nanaimo)53 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐BC Transit25 Ferry ShuttleDeparture Bay (Nanaimo) โDowntown Nanaimo Exchange3.3 kmFront rack, no fee โ 2 bikes, first come; space not guaranteedE-bikes under 25 kg only โ lithium battery off the bike and carried on board
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Downtown Nanaimo Exchange to Downtown Nanaimo, about 0.6 km.
๐BudgetOne-way rental: Campbell River โ NanaimoDowntown Nanaimo โCampbell River134 kmOne-way between BC Budget branches โ bookable onlineBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Campbell River to Campbell River, about 0.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option 12 · eight legs
Another way: the same idea as Option ten, on different routes.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKelowna/Salmon Arm โ GoldenEnderby โHudson Ave NE & 6 St NE (Salmon Arm)19 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1)Hudson Ave NE & 6 St NE (Salmon Arm) โSurrey (Guildford Rec Centre)369 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
Runs the same Highway 1 corridor as Rider Express, so compare schedules and fares.
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Surrey (Guildford Rec Centre) to Surrey Central, about 3.4 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkSurrey Central โStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐TransLink257 Horseshoe Bay ExpressStadium-Chinatown (Vancouver) โHorseshoe Bay17 kmRack on the bus, free2 bikes โ first come, first servedE-bikes OK
โด๏ธBC FerriesHorseshoe Bay โ Departure BayHorseshoe Bay โDeparture Bay (Nanaimo)53 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐BC Transit20/20A Hammond Bay / DoverDeparture Bay (Nanaimo) โDowntown Nanaimo Exchange3.3 kmFront rack, no fee โ 2 bikes, first come; space not guaranteedE-bikes under 25 kg only โ lithium battery off the bike and carried on board
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Downtown Nanaimo Exchange to Downtown Nanaimo, about 0.6 km.
๐BudgetOne-way rental: Campbell River โ NanaimoDowntown Nanaimo โCampbell River134 kmOne-way between BC Budget branches โ bookable onlineBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Campbell River to Campbell River, about 0.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option 13 · six legs⚠ doesn't run every day — check the schedule
Same as Option one, but a city bus instead of the coach bus.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐BC Transit41 Salmon Arm-EnderbyEnderby โHudson Ave NE & 6 St NE (Salmon Arm)19 kmFront rack, no fee โ 2 bikes, first come; space not guaranteedE-bikes under 25 kg only โ lithium battery off the bike and carried on board
๐EbusVancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1)or Rider Express (Vancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1))Hudson Ave NE & 6 St NE (Salmon Arm) โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)393 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
Runs the same Highway 1 corridor as Rider Express, so compare schedules and fares.
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โWaterfront (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Vancouver Canada Place to CXH (Vancouver), about 0.8 km.
โด๏ธHulloHullo (Nanaimo โ Vancouver)CXH (Vancouver) โHullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way)61 kmBook online ahead โ 6 bike spots per sailing, 1 per guest$19.99 one way โ $25 in personNo e-bikes โ no trailers, 80 in / 50 lb max
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Hullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way) to Downtown Nanaimo, about 1.5 km.
๐BudgetOne-way rental: Campbell River โ NanaimoDowntown Nanaimo โCampbell River134 kmOne-way between BC Budget branches โ bookable onlineBike rides inside โ SUV or minivan, seats folded, wheels offConfirm one-way and vehicle when booking
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Campbell River to Campbell River, about 0.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Option 14 · four legs✈ the splurge
A coach bus, two flights, and a ferry.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)Enderby โKelowna Airport68 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
โ๏ธAir CanadaVancouver (YVR) โ Kelowna (YLW)Kelowna Airport โVancouver Airport (YVR) (Richmond)288 kmBox or sturdy bag requiredBook ahead for your bikeAbout $50 per directionNo e-bikes
โ๏ธPacific Coastal AirlinesVancouver โ Campbell RiverVancouver Airport (YVR) (Richmond) โYBL (Campbell River)173 kmRides in the hold โ small aircraft, limited spaceAbout $105 per directionNo e-bikes
๐ฒTravel the short hop from YBL (Campbell River) to Campbell River, about 8.3 km.
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Not an option · six legs🚫 not possible with a bike
Six legs, end to end.
🚫 This chain exists, but Island Link does not carry bikes, so it cannot work with yours. We show it so you can see where the connection breaks.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)or Ebus (Kelowna/Salmon Arm โ Golden)Enderby โKelowna (Orchard Park Mall)80 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ KelownaKelowna (Orchard Park Mall) โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)331 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โWaterfront (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Vancouver Canada Place to CXH (Vancouver), about 0.8 km.
โด๏ธHulloHullo (Nanaimo โ Vancouver)CXH (Vancouver) โHullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way)61 kmBook online ahead โ 6 bike spots per sailing, 1 per guest$19.99 one way โ $25 in personNo e-bikes โ no trailers, 80 in / 50 lb max
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Hullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way) to Downtown Nanaimo Exchange, about 1 km.
๐Island LinkIsland Express BusDowntown Nanaimo Exchange โCampbell River138 kmDoes not carry bikes
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Not an option · six legs🚫 not possible with a bike
Another way: six legs, end to end.
🚫 This chain exists, but Island Link does not carry bikes, so it cannot work with yours. We show it so you can see where the connection breaks.
CarrierRideYour bike
๐EbusKamloops โ Kelowna (via Salmon Arm)Enderby โSorrento43 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
๐EbusVancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1)or Rider Express (Vancouver โ Calgary (Hwy 1))Sorrento โPacific Central Station (Vancouver)369 kmRides in the hold โ bagged or cloth-wrapped (no plastic), or boxed$30 per bike
Runs the same Highway 1 corridor as Rider Express, so compare schedules and fares.
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Pacific Central Station (Vancouver) to Main Street-Science World (Vancouver), about 0.2 km.
๐SkyTrainTransLinkMain Street-Science World (Vancouver) โWaterfront (Vancouver)Roll on, free โ 2 bikes per carAvoid rush hourE-bikes OK
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Vancouver Canada Place to CXH (Vancouver), about 0.8 km.
โด๏ธHulloHullo (Nanaimo โ Vancouver)CXH (Vancouver) โHullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way)61 kmBook online ahead โ 6 bike spots per sailing, 1 per guest$19.99 one way โ $25 in personNo e-bikes โ no trailers, 80 in / 50 lb max
๐ฒTravel the short hop from Hullo Nanaimo Terminal (Port Way) to Downtown Nanaimo Exchange, about 1 km.
๐Island LinkIsland Express BusDowntown Nanaimo Exchange โCampbell River138 kmDoes not carry bikes
โด๏ธBC FerriesCampbell River โ Quathiaski Cove (Quadra)Campbell River โQuathiaski Cove (Quadra Island)2.9 kmRoll on, free โ no reservation neededE-bikes OK โ no charging on board
๐ฒYou arrive at Quathiaski Cove (Quadra Island).
Route facts last checked October 2026. We check that every leg here carries bikes, but policies and seasons change. Check times and book with the operator. Something wrong or out of date? Tell us and we'll fix it.
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Heading back: Quadra Island to Enderby (best: ferry + rental car + SkyTrain)
Connections from Enderby: Vernon (best: bus) · Seton Portage (best: bus) · Calgary, AB (best: bus) · Whitehorse, YT (best: bus + plane)
Connections from Quadra Island: Lund (best: ferry + water taxi) · Port Renfrew (best: ferry + bus) · Kelowna (best: ferry + rental car + SkyTrain) · Whitehorse, YT (best: ferry + rental car + SkyTrain)
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