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Compare transportation from Courtenay-Comox to Nanaimo to find the best option for your trip

Shuttles & Buses (Shared Services)

Shuttle

Flexible departure time based on flight arrival
Departing trip times: Departures are grouped around flight arrivals or requested times. A short wait may apply

From
$351.00 CAD
For 1 adult

Price breakdown

Taxis, SUVs & Vans (Private Services)

Luxury Sedan

Custom pickup time to suit your needs
2 per vehicle

From
$334.65 CAD
For 1 vehicle

Price breakdown

Taxi

Custom pickup time to suit your needs
2 per vehicle

From
$466.90 CAD
For 1 vehicle

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Luxury SUV

Custom pickup time to suit your needs
5 per vehicle

From
$493.35 CAD
For 1 vehicle

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10 Passenger Van

Custom pickup time to suit your needs
10 per vehicle

From
$616.40 CAD
For 1 vehicle

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Mini Bus Charter

Custom pickup time to suit your needs
16 per vehicle

Route details

Distance:

114 km / 71 miles

Driving Time:

1hr 15mins

*Subject to weather and traffic conditions.
Shared Shuttles may take longer

People often ask

The distance is approximately 114 km (71 miles), with a typical driving time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

Yes, a scheduled bus service runs the route regularly. Ridebooker lists current schedules and pricing above, with instant online booking.

Yes. Ridebooker offers taxis, sedans, SUVs, vans and larger group vehicles for door to door service on this route, with upfront pricing.

Yes. Vancouver Island and particualrly the Comox Valley is a popular destination for travellers year-round. Booking in advance through Ridebooker guarantees availability and price.

About travelling from Courtenay-Comox, BC to Nanaimo, BC

Travel from the Courtenay-Comox area to Nanaimo is a short, straightforward drive of approximately 114 km (71 miles), taking around 1 hour 15 minutes depending on traffic. It's one of the more frequently travelled routes on Vancouver Island, connecting the Comox Valley to Nanaimo's ferry terminals and airport.

A scheduled bus service runs regularly for travellers who don't need a specific pickup time, though arrivals in Nanaimo are typically organised to line up with ferry departured from Nanaimo. The bus is the most cost-effective way to travel, espeically if travelling solo.

For a more direct trip, a taxi or private vehicle offers door to door pickup at a time that suits you, which is useful for early mornings or late evenings as well as tight connections. Ridebooker offers a range of vehicles including sedans and SUVs as well as vans, mini buses or private motorcoached for larger groups.

Whether you're connecting to a ferry, or continuing your travels elsewhere on Vancouver Island, comparing your bus and private transfer options ahead of time with Ridebooker helps you find the right balance of cost, comfort and convenience.