Ferries

Can I know in advance if I need to reserve a spot on BC Ferries?

Can I know in advance if I need to reserve a spot on BC Ferries?
  1. How far in advance can you reserve BC Ferries?
  2. Should I book BC Ferries in advance?
  3. Can you reserve walk on for BC Ferries?
  4. How much of a BC Ferry can be reserved?
  5. Can I stay in the car on a ferry?
  6. Is BC Ferries free for seniors?
  7. How much does the BC ferry cost?
  8. How do I save money on BC Ferries?
  9. Do you need a reservation for BC Ferries?
  10. What is the senior age for BC Ferries?
  11. Can I pay cash at BC Ferries?
  12. Is there WiFi on BC Ferries?

How far in advance can you reserve BC Ferries?

“How far in advance can you book a ferry?” You can reserve approximately 2 months in advance. Note however, that although most BC ferries take reservations some of the smaller routes with smaller vessels don't.

Should I book BC Ferries in advance?

Booking in advance secures a spot for your vehicle on board your preferred sailing. Without a booking, vehicles are loaded in order of arrival at the terminal on the next available sailing. This may result in wait times at the departure terminal, especially during popular sailing times.

Can you reserve walk on for BC Ferries?

When travelling, we require customers wear a face covering onboard or in our terminals. Reservations for foot passengers are available for travel between Tsawwassen - Southern Gulf Islands and our North Coast routes, and can now be made online.

How much of a BC Ferry can be reserved?

The original agreement between bc ferries and the govt was 40% reservations. Having it increase to 80% is there way of increasing ferry fares 25%. Sure a reservation costs a little 17-21 $ which is minimal when you got to the island once in awhile.

Can I stay in the car on a ferry?

Can you stay in car on ferry? If you are wondering can you stay in your vehicle on a ferry the answer in most cases is no. Once the vessel starts with crossing, you will not be allowed onto the car parking deck as most of the large car ferries for safety reasons, do not allow passengers to stay in their cars.

Is BC Ferries free for seniors?

BC Seniors travel free on select routes1 Monday to Thursday2 with one of these valid IDs: BC Services Card. BC Driver's Licence. BC Identification Card.

How much does the BC ferry cost?

BC Ferries Connector Rates & Fares

AdultBC Senior (65 +)
Vancouver Downtown - Victoria Downtown One - Way$50.50$37.00
Vancouver Downtown - Swartz Bay or Duke Point or Gulf Island via Tsawwassen One - Way$32.50$24.00
Vancouver Hotels - Victoria Downtown One - Way$60.50$47.00

How do I save money on BC Ferries?

Other ways to save include buying a Sailpass, which allow you to travel on most routes for a defined number of days without paying for additional fares. At $189 for four days or $229 for seven days, this is a great deal for families who want to explore all the great locations accessible by BC Ferries.

Do you need a reservation for BC Ferries?

Booking in advance secures a spot for your vehicle on board your preferred sailing. Without a booking, vehicles are loaded in order of arrival at the terminal on the next available sailing. This may result in wait times at the departure terminal.

What is the senior age for BC Ferries?

BC Ferries has increased the seniors' passenger discount from 50 per cent to 100 per cent for travel Monday through Thursday on major and inter-island routes. The discount is available for anyone age 65 or older and doesn't apply on holiday Mondays.

Can I pay cash at BC Ferries?

continue accepting cash. story as best we can. Update: BC Ferries did respond with clarification on their policies regarding cash payment and symptomatic passengers: ... “With regards to cash payments, we are strongly encouraging customers to pay with cards (debit/credit/Experience Cards) unless they have no other options.

Is there WiFi on BC Ferries?

This year BC Ferries introduced on board Complimentary free Wifi and being iPad users we thought this would be a great addition and a strong tourist attraction. NOT. ... There are generally some areas onboard where the WiFi signal is stronger and you will have a better connection.

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